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China news — August 1, 2026

Publications tagged with China published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

307 publications

  4. CulturePolicyMiddle EastChina

    Israeli President Blasts NYC Mayor Mamdani's Antisemitic Rhetoric, Warns of Risks to New Yorkers

    Israeli President Isaac Herzog criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for spreading antisemitic rhetoric and endangering the lives of New Yorkers. Herzog said Mamdani's comments about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel are hateful and risk the safety of New Yorkers. He also warned that Mamdani's positioning against Israel jeopardizes long-term peace in the Middle East and Palestinian rights.
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  6. WorldChinaPublic Health

    China Sends Third Team of Medical Experts to Fight Ebola in DRC

    China has deployed a third team of medical experts to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to assist in the fight against Ebola. The team arrived in Kinshasa on August 1, joining the ongoing efforts to control the outbreak, which has resulted in over 3,300 confirmed cases and nearly 1,500 deaths. The Chinese experts will provide technical assistance in patient treatment, laboratory testing, and epidemic monitoring, supporting local health efforts and international partners.
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  11. BusinessMiddle EastChinaNuclear

    Patriarch Kirill Calls Creation of Russian Nuclear Weapons 'Divine Blessing'

    Patriarch Kirill of the Russian Orthodox Church has stated that the creation of nuclear weapons in Sarov was a 'divine blessing' and 'God's mercy' for Russia. He believes that the atomic bomb, created in a city where the holy monk Seraphim prayed, saved the country from destruction and enslavement by enemies. Kirill made these remarks after liturgies at various monasteries, including the Holy Trinity Svyato-Troice-Seraphim-Diveevo Monastery, on the Day of the Discovery of the Relics of St. Seraphim of Sarov.
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  17. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Russia: Self-Employed Can Take Paid Sick Leave Starting August 1

    Self-employed individuals in Russia will be able to take paid sick leave starting August 1, 2026. This option is available to those who have joined the voluntary social insurance experiment, which began on January 1, 2026. Participants can choose a base for contributions of 35,000 or 50,000 rubles per month, with the monthly payment amounting to 3.84% of the base. The first paid sick leave will be available after six months of participation. The amount of the allowance depends on the duration of participation and total work experience.
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  20. PoliticsMiddle EastChina

    Ukraine Denies Video Showing Soldiers Threatening Iran

    A video circulating online purports to show Ukrainian soldiers threatening to burn more Iranian ships and attack targets inside Iran. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed the video as fake, stating that it is an attempt to escalate tensions between the two countries. The video shows people in military uniforms with Ukrainian flags and balaclavas addressing Iranians in offensive language and promising further action with U.S. support. Tensions between Ukraine and Iran have risen following an attack on two ships in the Caspian Sea, with each side blaming the other for the incident.
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  21. ScienceChinaBudget

    Russian Billionaires' Wealth Decreases by $5 Billion

    According to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index, the total wealth of Russia's 20 richest businessmen has decreased by $5.02 billion since the beginning of 2026. Mikhail Prokhorov's fortune decreased the most, by $5.66 billion to $10.9 billion. Other significant decreases include Pavel Durov ($1.86 billion), Vladimir Potanin ($3.44 billion), Vladimir Lisin ($1.16 billion), and Vagit Alekperov ($1.41 billion). Meanwhile, Alexei Mordashov's wealth increased by $1.79 billion to $28.1 billion.
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  22. WorldChinaClimate

    India Releases ₹2,117 Crore for Flood-Affected States

    The Indian government has released ₹2,117.85 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to seven flood-affected states. This includes second instalments for Himachal Pradesh and Odisha, and first instalments for Assam, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Nagaland. Inter-Ministerial Central Teams (IMCTs) have been dispatched to assess damages in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Nagaland.
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  23. WorldChinaBiodiversity

    World Breastfeeding Week 2026 Observed in India

    The Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP), Dharwad branch, in association with the Rotary Club of Seven Hills, launched World Breastfeeding Week with an awareness programme at the Civil Hospital in Dharwad on Saturday. The week-long event, observed from August 1–7 by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, aims to create awareness among families, communities, and healthcare providers regarding breastfeeding for a healthier India.
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