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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 121

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 121 of 186.

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  3. WorldBillMiddle East

    UK Court Rules in Favor of China's Mega Embassy in London

    The UK's High Court has ruled that the approval for China to build a vast embassy complex in London was lawful. The 20,000-square-metre site is set to become the largest embassy complex in the UK by area. The decision rejects a legal challenge brought by local residents who alleged that the embassy's development posed human rights risks to residents, including Chinese critics and dissidents.
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  5. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Perić Proposes Dismissal of Three Library Council Members

    Srđan Perić, leader of the Reformists and president of the Main City Council, has announced his intention to submit an initiative to dismiss three members of the Library Council who voted to change the name of the 'Radosav Ljumović' library. Perić argues that responsibility is individual, even when the organ is collective, and that those who initiated the name change should be held accountable. He believes that dismissing all members would relativize the responsibility of the real perpetrators and expects the City Assembly to express its opinion on this initiative at the next session.
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  6. WorldMiddle East

    Fire at Mount Parnitha

    A large forest fire broke out on Mount Parnitha on Friday afternoon, covering a significant part of the basin with thick smoke. Seven patients with respiratory problems were transferred from Dafni to Attikon Hospital. The fire service deployed 95 firefighters, 6 forestry teams, volunteers, and 22 vehicles to combat the blaze. Aerial firefighting involved 7 aircraft and 7 helicopters. Traffic regulations were enforced in Haidari, and evacuation messages were issued for nearby residents.
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  7. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastIsrael

    Poland Vows Continued Military Aid to Ukraine Despite Opposition Criticism

    Poland's Vice Prime Minister Vladislav Kosiniak-Kamysz has affirmed that the country will maintain its military support for Ukraine, despite facing criticism from the opposition. He stressed that assisting Ukraine is crucial for Poland's national security. The Polish government has consistently stated that supporting Kyiv is a key element in ensuring Warsaw's security.
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  9. PoliticsMiddle EastChinaBudget

    SEBI Approves Rs 1,491 Cr Settlement in NSE Co-location Case

    The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has agreed to terms of settlement in the NSE co-location and dark-fibre cases, with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) paying an additional Rs 714.74 crore after an earlier deposit of Rs 776.47 crore. This brings the total settlement amount to Rs 1,491.21 crore, clearing a key hurdle for NSE's planned Rs 30,000-crore IPO.
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  16. PoliticsRegulatorsInvestigationMiddle East

    Senators Cayetano and Lacson Clash Over Taguig Infrastructure Investigation

    Senator Alan Peter Cayetano contradicts Senator Panfilo Lacson's statement regarding the 'ceasefire' in the investigation of alleged ghost flood control projects in Taguig. Cayetano defends his position, stating he is not against the investigation and hopes it will be fair. Lacson, however, doubts Cayetano’s sincerity in seeking a truce, questioning his motives and accusing him of disrupting Senate work.
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  17. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Unaccounted Venezuelan Oil Shipments to Cuba

    A collaborative investigation by several media outlets has revealed that at least nine shipments of PDVSA fuel, valued at nearly $430 million, sent from Venezuela to Cuba between May and September 2025, were not registered in Cuban ports. The investigation tracked shipments of crude oil and fuel oil, with an approximate value of $429 million, according to internal records reviewed.
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  19. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    Montenegro's Tourism Surges in June

    Montenegro welcomed over 390 thousand tourists in June, a 14% increase from 2025, with nearly 2.1 million overnight stays. This marks a 15% rise in overnight stays compared to last year. The number of tourists is almost 35% higher than in 2019, with the number of overnight stays nearly 32% higher. The most overnight stays were recorded from markets like Great Britain, Poland, Ukraine, Israel, France, and Germany, with the United States also notable among distant markets.
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  20. PoliticsMiddle EastUkraineConflict

    Russia Accuses West of Backing Ukraine's Attacks on Civilians

    Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, has condemned the Ukrainian army's use of anti-personnel mines in Russian regions, stating that over 100 such mines have been discovered. She attributed this terrorism to Western support, accusing the West of providing weapons to Ukraine for attacks on civilians. Zakharova warned that the West's actions are escalating tensions and pushing peace prospects further away. Russia vowed to continue protecting its citizens and state security by all available means.
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