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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 100

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 100 of 186.

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  1. WorldLawProtestMiddle East

    Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Controls Decision-Making, Prolonging Conflict

    American sources and allies in the Middle East estimate that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) holds complete control over decision-making in Iran, which is likely to prolong the ongoing conflict. Power struggles and internal conflicts among senior figures or top brass of the IRGC are expected to keep the war going for an extended period.
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  5. PoliticsBillLegislationRegulatorsMiddle East

    Putin's Ratings Drop Despite Poll Manipulation

    Despite attempts to manipulate polling, Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing a significant drop in popularity. Factors contributing to this include fuel shortages, deteriorating economic sentiment, and the impact of Ukrainian strikes on ordinary Russians, making it harder for them to ignore the war. Even previously loyal citizens are beginning to withdraw their support.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastUnited KingdomEarth

    Haitian-Born Teenager Makes History with Argentina U17

    Stephen 'Kiki' Ramos, a Haitian-born footballer adopted by an Argentine family, made history by becoming the first Black player to represent Argentina at the youth international level. He debuted for the Argentina U17 team in a friendly match against Ecuador, scoring his first goal just days later. Ramos, who grew up in Argentina and plays for Vélez Sarsfield, chose to represent Argentina despite interest from Haiti. His debut has attracted worldwide attention and opened the door to a possible participation in the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar.
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  7. PoliticsMiddle East

    Political Crisis in Misiones: Blank Resignations Exposed

    The political crisis in Misiones has revealed a mechanism of coercion against legislators through blank resignations. Officialist leaders were required to sign undated resignation letters to access seats, with the document held by someone close to provincial strongman Carlos Rovira. This practice, reminiscent of colonial-era worker contracts, has been exposed due to the split between Rovira and governor Hugo Passalacqua. Legislators have since reaffirmed their intention to fulfill their mandates, with a new Passalacqua-aligned bloc forming. The crisis has led to a 'rupture' between the two political figures, with Rovira's influence significantly reduced.
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  8. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Experts: European Integration Not an Ideology, but Path to Normalcy for Serbia

    Experts in Serbia, awakened from a long period of political inactivity, are united in their view that the country's European path is not an ideological choice, but a pragmatic one towards a more 'normal' life like the rest of Europe. They warn that current debates on this topic may inadvertently aid President Vučić and that Serbia is already paying a price for such discussions.
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  11. WorldMiddle East

    Mexico Dominates Diving at Central American Games

    Mexico secured multiple gold medals in diving events at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo. Zyanya Parra and Rut Páez won gold in the women's synchronized three-meter springboard event, while Osmar Olvera and Juan Celaya took gold and bronze respectively in the men's one-meter springboard final. Mexico also won gold in the men's ten-meter platform event through Randal Willars and Emilio Treviño. The Mexican diving team aims to increase their medal tally at these Games.
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  12. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Ukraine Expands Support for Autonomous Heating

    The Ukrainian government has expanded its support program for the installation of autonomous heating. Citizens can now obtain a preferential loan of up to 250,000 UAH or 480,000 UAH for the purchase of solid fuel stoves, chimneys, related materials, and installation. The state will compensate 10% or 20% of the principal loan amount, with an interest rate of 0% in the first year, 5% in the second year, and 7% in the third year.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastEarthPublic Health

    China's Largest-Diameter TBM Completes Yangtze River Tunnel

    China's domestically developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail tunnel boring machine (TBM) successfully completed a 11.325-km excavation beneath the Yangtze River on Thursday. The Chongming-Taicang Yangtze River tunnel, a key section of the Shanghai-Chongqing-Chengdu High-Speed Railway, is expected to cut travel time between Chongming and Shanghai's Baoshan Station via Taicang to just 17 minutes upon completion.
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  16. WorldMiddle EastEarthPublic Health

    Strait of Hormuz Ship Bottleneck Threatens Global Marine Biodiversity

    Thousands of vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz due to the US-Iran war could introduce an unprecedented wave of invasive species, parasites, and pathogens into the region and beyond. Marine scientists warn that these organisms, which have been accumulating on ship hulls for months, could spread to global ports when commerce resumes, posing a significant threat to marine ecosystems and biodiversity. The Persian Gulf's warm waters may further exacerbate the situation, making invasive species more resistant and efficient. International cooperation is urged to monitor and mitigate ship biofouling and enhance port prevention protocols.
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  17. WorldLawJudiciaryMiddle East

    Montenegro Parliament Adopts Changes to Laws on Internal Affairs and ANB

    The Parliament of Montenegro has adopted amendments and supplements to the Law on Internal Affairs and the Law on the Agency for National Security (ANB). The changes strengthen judicial control over secret surveillance measures carried out by ANB and change the manner of forming the Commission for Verifying Security Disruptions. Both laws were adopted by 63 deputies, with no votes against or abstentions.
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  18. PoliticsCorruptionIndictmentMiddle East

    Minister Demands Clarity on Aerocivil Contracts Amid Gabriela Muñoz Scandal

    The Minister of Transportation, María Fernanda Rojas, has demanded complete information on Aerocivil's service contracts after receiving incomplete data. She has ordered an investigation into alleged irregularities and has ruled out asking for the resignation of the current director. The former director of Aerocivil, José Henry Pinto, revealed that Gabriela Muñoz was hired through a recommendation and only qualified for an auxiliary position. Muñoz herself has denied making direct decisions at Aerocivil. The Attorney General's Office has opened an investigation into her appointment.
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  24. WorldMiddle East

    Canada Bans God Mentions in Military Ceremonies

    The Canadian Armed Forces has implemented a new policy banning references to God and prayer at military ceremonies and public events. The 'Spiritual reflections in military settings' directive, released on July 29, applies to all personnel and discourages faith-specific language and practices. This move has been criticized by some military members and contradicts the national anthem's mention of God.
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