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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Erdoğan Vows to Protect Turkish Youth from Exploitation

    President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, speaking at the TÜGVA Summer Schools Final, emphasized that Turkey's youth will not be used as 'tools' in political 'games' as they have been in the past. He stated, 'Those days are over,' and pledged that the government will not 'leave our youth and children alone' or 'feed them to the wolves.' Erdoğan also praised the youth for their enthusiasm and commitment to Turkey's future.
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    Germany Plans to Bypass States to Secure NATO Hub

    The German federal government is examining ways to secure the country's role as a NATO logistics hub in case of non-cooperation from a state government, particularly if the far-right AfD party wins regional elections. Plans include legally bypassing state authorities and potentially excluding AfD-linked governments from intelligence briefings due to perceived ties with Russia.
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    Delhi HC Seeks Police Reply on Umar Khalid's Bail Plea in UAPA Case

    The Delhi High Court sought the stand of the city police on activist Umar Khalid's third bail plea in a case under the anti-terror law UAPA concerning the 'larger conspiracy' behind the 2020 Delhi riots. The bench asked Delhi Police to file its response within two weeks and will hear the plea on August 27, along with co-accused Sharjeel Imam's bail plea. Khalid has challenged a trial court's July 4 decision dismissing his bail application.
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    Turkey's Tourism Revenue Declines in Q2 2026

    Turkey's tourism revenue decreased to $15.86 billion in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, a drop of 2.6%. The number of visitors also fell by 5.1%, with package tours and transportation expenses down, while spending by Turkish citizens abroad increased by 7.4%. The most common reason for visiting Turkey was 'sightseeing, entertainment, sports, and cultural activities'.
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    France Bolsters Border with Spain Amid Ceuta Migrant Crisis

    France has deployed troops, aircraft, and drones to its border with Spain in response to the migrant crisis in Ceuta. French President Emmanuel Macron announced the deployment of four mobile units, aviation, and drones to strengthen control. Macron expressed solidarity with Spain and its people, stating that these measures reinforce existing border protections. Over 40,000 migrants have been returned from Ceuta to Morocco. The Schengen free movement zone does not apply to Ceuta.
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    President Milei Accuses Kirchner of Stealing $10 Billion from Central Bank

    President Javier Milei has accused former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and former Central Bank President Mercedes Marcó del Pont of stealing $10 billion from the Central Bank in 2010. Milei announced a bill to reform the Organic Charter of the Central Bank, aiming to limit its use for state financing and restore its primary objective of preserving currency value. The reform also seeks to eliminate non-transferable letters and create a 'fiscal straitjacket' to prevent future thefts.
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  21. PoliticsMiddle East

    Ukraine to Receive New Ammunition for Extended Artillery Range

    Ukraine is set to receive new ammunition that will significantly increase the range of its 155mm howitzers. The first batch of these ultra-long-range shells is expected to arrive by the end of the summer, expanding the 'kill zone' by at least 60 kilometers. This development is anticipated to provide a strategic advantage to Ukraine's Armed Forces, potentially pushing back Russian positions.
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    Canadian NATO Intern Arrested for Suspected Chinese Espionage

    A Canadian woman working as an intern at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Belgium has been arrested on suspicion of spying for China. The woman, identified as Claire Zhang (also known as Biwei), is a Canadian citizen of Chinese origin. She was detained by Belgian authorities on Friday and is believed to have been working for China during her IT internship at SHAPE. NATO officials have stated that there is no evidence to suggest that SHAPE or NATO activities were compromised.
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