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    Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis: Israel's Siege Disrupts Food and Medicine Supply

    Israel's restrictions and attacks on Gaza's transport system have severely disrupted the entry of food and medicine, pushing the strip towards famine. The transport fleet has decreased from 1200 trucks to 300, with 150 trucks destroyed, 20 drivers killed, and 15 others arrested. The systematic destruction has affected 150 transport companies and caused the loss of food and medicine due to the absence of refrigeration units. International estimates indicate that 1.4 million people will face severe food insecurity by the end of the year.
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    Malaysian Political Alliances: BN's Stance on Seat Allocation for Melaka State Election

    Barisan Nasional (BN) has stated that it will defend all 21 state seats it won in Malacca in the upcoming state election, refusing to share any constituencies with other parties. This strategy differs from the recent Negeri Sembilan election where BN and Gagasan Sejahtera agreed to contest only 25 seats each. BN's Deputy Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed hope that the 'blue wave' trend seen in the Johor state election will continue in Malacca. Meanwhile, UMNO has warned any party collaborating with them not to be influenced by third parties, citing past experiences of sabotage. UMNO's President Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki also announced a cautious approach to future collaborations. Pakatan Harapan (PH) has welcomed BN's willingness to discuss seat allocation for the Melaka state election, with PH's Director of Communications Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil stating that party-level preparations are underway. PN's chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has confirmed that PN is open and ready to hold talks with BN for the Melaka state election.
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    Disabled People's Protest Halts Northbound Trains at Yongsan Station

    Disabled people from the National Disability Discrimination Elimination Federation (NNDDEF) are protesting at Yongsan Station on Seoul Subway Line 1, causing northbound trains to pass without stopping. The protest, which began at 10 AM today, is demanding increased government support for disabled people's integration into society. The NNDDEF argues that the budget for supporting disabled people is insufficient compared to funding for disabled facilities. This is the second such protest by the NNDDEF in the same section this month.
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    Kalashnikov Halts Business with Unfriendly Countries

    Kalashnikov, the Russian small arms manufacturer, has announced that it will no longer conduct business with 'unfriendly' countries. This decision was revealed by Alan Lushnikov, the head of the Kalashnikov concern, in an interview with TASS Director General Sergei Kondrashov. Despite this, Lushnikov emphasized that the concern's products remain highly sought after by Russia's international partners.
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    Massive Fire Engulfs Bapenda DKI Jakarta Building

    A large fire broke out at the Bapenda DKI Jakarta building on Abdul Muis Street, Petojo Selatan, Gambir, Central Jakarta on Friday evening, August 7, 2026. The fire started from the 11th floor and spread to the top floors, taking approximately 4.5 hours to extinguish. One person was hospitalized due to the incident, and another was rescued from the top floor. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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    Dodgers' Yamamoto Overcomes Illness, Pitches Well

    Los Angeles Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a strong performance despite battling an illness that caused him to lose eight pounds. He pitched 5.2 scoreless innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks, allowing three hits and three walks while striking out six. Yamamoto's ability to power through his illness and give the Dodgers length helped them end their seven-game losing streak in a 2-1 win in 10 innings.
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    Israeli Artillery and Gunfire in Gaza Strip

    Heavy gunfire and artillery shelling incidents have been reported across the Gaza Strip. Israeli vehicles, tanks, and artillery targeted various refugee camps and neighborhoods, including Halawa, Bureij, Magazi, Al-Tuffah, Al-Zaytoun, and Rafah. The incidents resulted in no immediate reports of casualties. Israeli forces also targeted areas under their control in Khan Yunis, Al-Bureij, and Beit Lahia.
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    Hamas Commits to Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

    Hamas, the Islamic Resistance Movement, has reiterated its commitment to the ceasefire agreement in Gaza. In multiple statements, the group has emphasized its seriousness in implementing the 15-point roadmap agreed upon with mediators and the Peace Council. The priorities include ensuring a complete ceasefire, ending Israeli aggression, completing withdrawal, opening crossings, allowing aid and reconstruction materials, and empowering the National Committee. Hamas has called on mediators, guarantors, and the Peace Council to ensure all parties adhere to the agreement and prevent any violations.
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    Russia Liberates Ivanovka in Kharkiv Region

    The Russian military has taken control of Ivanovka in the Kharkiv region, according to multiple reports from the Ministry of Defense. The 'North' group of the Russian Armed Forces drove the enemy out of the village, expanding their bridgehead for further advance. Russian forces also targeted Ukrainian infrastructure and military facilities, destroying transport, energy, and logistics infrastructure used by Ukraine. The Russian army reported neutralizing approximately 1,375 Ukrainian military personnel in a day.
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