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  2. PoliticsMiddle EastMotorsports

    Maradona's 'Hand of God' Ball Sold for $3.35M

    The ball used by Diego Maradona to score the controversial 'Hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England was sold at auction for $3.35 million (approximately €2.87 million). The ball was expected to reach a price of $10 million but fell short of the estimate. The auction was held by Heritage Auctions in the US, with the starting price set at $2.5 million. The ball was kept by Tunisian referee Ali Bin Nasser for over three decades before being sold in 2022 for around $2.37 million. Maradona scored two goals in the match, with the second being later named the 'Goal of the Century'.
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    Afghanistan Assures Tajikistan on Border Security

    Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, has reassured Tajikistan that there are no serious security threats along their shared border. He acknowledged some recent movements but stated they have been contained. Mujahid also stressed that Afghanistan's territory will not be used against Tajikistan. Earlier, Tajikistan reported the killing of two Afghan citizens involved in drug trafficking during a border clash.
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    Iran's Pharma Head Discusses Drug Currency Policy

    The head of Iran's Food and Drug Organization, Mahdi Pirzadeh, confirmed the gradual phase-out of foreign currency for drugs, stating that it had begun and would continue throughout the year. He announced that in some drugs, including insulin, the foreign currency used had been reduced. The complete elimination of foreign currency this year was not on the agenda. Meanwhile, some Iranian media outlets reported a significant increase in the price of some drugs.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestMiddle EastChina

    Zelensky Sets Timeline for War End: G20 to Summer 2027

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that the 'window of opportunities' for diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia is from the G20 summit in the US until the end of summer 2027, after which US presidential elections will begin. He believes that Russian President Vladimir Putin does not want to engage in dialogue and is instead escalating the conflict, possibly waiting for winter to intensify attacks.
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    Water Crisis on Dniester River: Levels Fall, Romania Blamed

    The water level in the Dniester River continues to fall, causing concern for the ecosystem and water supply. Gheorghe Hajder, Moldova's Minister of Environment, attributes this to insufficient water volumes from Romania. The water inflow to a Ukrainian reservoir has decreased to record lows, leading to reduced water discharge. Hajder has called for responsible water use and is maintaining contact with the Ukrainian side regarding the situation.
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    UAE Ministry of Education Launches Specialised Training Week for 24,000 Educators

    The Ministry of Education in the UAE has launched its Specialised Training Week from 24th to 28th August 2026. This initiative aims to equip over 24,000 educators with cutting-edge methodologies and modern technologies to enhance the UAE's education ecosystem. The five-day event features over 80 targeted programmes and hybrid workshops, focusing on topics such as AI integration, inclusive education, and institutional excellence. Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of Education, emphasised the importance of continuous professional development in modernising the UAE's education system.
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  19. PoliticsAppointmentsLeadership

    Oscar Puente Does Not Rule Out Leading PSOE When Sanchez Steps Down

    Oscar Puente, Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, leaves open the possibility of presenting himself as a candidate to replace Pedro Sánchez as Secretary General of the PSOE when the time comes for succession. He believes this could happen within four or five years, after the next legislature. Puente advocates for holding general elections after regional ones to avoid appearing 'obligated' to go to the polls. He also considers Joan Rufián a potential candidate for the left of the PSOE but sees his candidacy as difficult to materialize.
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