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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 119

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 119 of 186.

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  1. WorldMiddle East

    UEFA Urges Al-Khelaifi to Challenge Infantino for FIFA Presidency

    UEFA is pushing Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi to run against FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the next election. The European football body is reportedly unhappy with Infantino's plans to sell World Cup rights and sees Al-Khelaifi as a potential candidate to replace him. However, Al-Khelaifi has so far shown no interest in running for the FIFA presidency.
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  3. PoliticsMiddle East

    Andy Burnham's Response to Donald Trump's Immigration Comments

    Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has faced criticism for his response to Donald Trump's comments on the UK's immigration problem. Trump claimed that immigration is 'killing' Britain, and his remarks have been described as 'extremely unhelpful' by GB News Political Correspondent Olivia Utley. Political commentators have noted that Burnham has not directly addressed the issue, with one saying 'We’ve not seen Andy Burnham address this issue head on.' Beverley Turner also analyzed Burnham's response, stating that it was not his 'favorite topic.'
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  5. PoliticsIndictmentResignationMiddle East

    Flavio Bolsonaro Announces Second Change in Campaign Marketing Manager

    Senator Flavio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) has made the second change to the marketing team of his presidential campaign. Publicist Duda Lima has been promoted to lead the campaign after Alexandre Oltramari and Eduardo Fischer were dismissed. Duda Lima previously led Ricardo Nunes' (MDB) successful mayoral campaign in São Paulo and was responsible for Jair Bolsonaro's (PL) 2022 campaign. The change comes amidst a series of controversies, including a viral video featuring deputy Nikolas Ferreira (MG) and an investigation into Flavio Bolsonaro's relationship with banker Daniel Vorcaro.
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  6. SocietyLocal GovMiddle East

    Protesters Greet Spanish Leaders in Ceuta with Whistles and Calls for Resignation

    Hundreds of people gathered in Ceuta to protest against Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska. The protesters, who were waiting outside the Autonomous Palace and the town hall, greeted the leaders with whistles, insults, and chants of 'resignation'. Some protesters also targeted immigrants walking in the area.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastDefense

    Iraqi Commander Boosts Security Alerts, Implements Countermeasures

    Iraqi General Commander Ali Al-Zaydi has ordered the reinforcement of preventive intelligence plans and raised the alert level to its highest in all camps and bases. This move comes in response to potential targeting or infiltration attempts. The Commander-in-Chief's spokesperson, Sabah Nayman, confirmed these orders, emphasizing the state's military and security institutions' responsibility to protect internal security. The actions are believed to be a response to external parties attempting to involve Iraqi lands in their conflicts.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    FIFA Seeks Independent Assessment for World Cup Expansion to 64 Teams

    Amid growing opposition to his plans for private investment in World Cup management, FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces increasing pressure. FIFA is now seeking an independent agency to assess the expansion of the men’s World Cup to 64 teams, starting with the 2030 tournament. The agency will evaluate market appetite, system-wide consequences, commercial spaces, and risk of saturation. The timeline for this assessment is set for August 7 to September 11, with a FIFA decision expected on August 14.
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  10. WorldPolicyRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    BP to Sell North Sea Business After 60 Years

    BP has announced its intention to sell its North Sea business, which has been operating for over 60 years. The energy giant employs around 1,100 people in the region and produces approximately 100,000 barrels of oil and gas per day. CEO Meg O'Neill stated that the business would have better prospects as part of another company, reflecting BP's approach to capital allocation and portfolio optimization.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    UAE Prepares 150 Students for Global Academic Journey

    The UAE Ministry of Education and Higher Education Research organized an orientation meeting for 150 Emirati students accepted into the scholarship program, aiming to prepare them for academic journeys abroad. The meeting was attended by high-ranking officials and representatives from various government agencies. The scholarship program, linked to labor market needs, offers 160 opportunities in priority sectors through strategic partnerships with 11 national entities. The ministry has enhanced the scholarship system, including increased allowances and special allowances for married students.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastBudgetPublic Health

    Iraq's Financial Crisis: Liquidity Shortage Threatens Salaries

    Iraq is grappling with a severe liquidity crisis due to a sharp decline in oil revenues, primarily caused by geopolitical developments in the Strait of Hormuz. The government has acknowledged struggling to pay salaries, with monthly commitments exceeding 10 trillion dinars while oil revenues have fallen to around 2 trillion dinars. The crisis has led to delays in medicine procurement and infrastructure maintenance in the health sector. Economists describe the situation as a temporary liquidity crisis, while others view it as a sign of long-term financial hardship. The government is exploring internal solutions and borrowing to mitigate the crisis and ensure salary payments.
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  21. SocietyCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

    Prosecutors Investigate Withdrawal of Aid to Migrant Minors in Aragon

    The Public Prosecutor's Office in Aragon has opened an investigation into the decision by the regional government to withdraw a weekly allowance of 17 euros for unaccompanied foreign minors under community protection. Two specialized prosecutors are analyzing whether the measure violates the superior interest of the minor or constitutes a hate crime. The investigation coincides with a change in the explanation given by the government, which now maintains that the measure is limited to three centers where only foreign minors reside. The government claims that the decision is based on security grounds and is part of the hardening of the internal regime of the centers provided for in the government pact between PP and Vox.
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