Appointments news — August 13, 2026

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1. U.S.AppointmentsPeace

   Aug 13, 2026, 18:22 UTC

   Turkey's Leaders Vow to Eliminate Terrorism

   Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş have both emphasized the importance of achieving a Turkey and region free from terrorism. They expressed their commitment to this goal, highlighting the need for a peaceful future for Turkey's children and the strength of the nation.

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2. PoliticsAppointmentsLeadershipMiddle East

   Aug 13, 2026, 09:53 UTC

   Medvedev Criticizes Youth Who Oppose Russia's Actions

   Dmitry Medvedev, the Chairman of 'United Russia', criticized young people who do not support the country during a difficult period. He described them as 'fools' and 'brain problems', emphasizing the need for patriotic education using examples of participants in the special military operation.

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3. PoliticsAppointmentsMiddle East

   Aug 13, 2026, 09:27 UTC

   Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque

   100 Israeli settlers, protected by Israeli occupation forces, stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound this morning, performing Talmudic rituals and prayers.

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4. PoliticsAppointmentsMiddle East

   Aug 13, 2026, 07:01 UTC

   Jimmy Fallon Mocks Trump's Secret Catering Truck Escape

   Comedian Jimmy Fallon ridiculed former President Trump's unusual exit from the White House using a catering truck in his late-night show's opening monologue.

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5. PoliticsAppointmentsCivil RightsNorth America

   Aug 13, 2026, 07:01 UTC

   Russia Proposes Paid Paternity Leave

   In Russia, a proposal has been made to introduce paid paternity leave for young fathers. The initiative aims to strengthen families and increase the role of fathers in child-rearing. The leave, which could be up to 10 days per year for fathers with three or more children, is intended to be used for participating in the upbringing and life of the child, not just as an additional vacation. The public organization 'Fathers nearby' supports this measure, and a vote among fathers is being encouraged.

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6. PoliticsAppointmentsNorth America

   Aug 13, 2026, 03:56 UTC

   FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 Referred to Joint Parliamentary Committee

   The Lok Sabha passed a motion to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, to a 31-member joint committee of Parliament for further scrutiny. The committee, consisting of 21 members from the Lok Sabha and 10 members from the Rajya Sabha, has been directed to submit its report by the last day of the first week of the Winter Session 2026. The move was made amid strong Opposition protests and demands for its withdrawal.

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