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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 122

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 122 of 186.

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  1. PoliticsElectionsMiddle East

    Central Election Commission Rejects 'Yabloko' Complaint Over St. Petersburg Election Registration Refusal

    The Central Election Commission of Russia has rejected the complaint of 'Yabloko' regarding the refusal to register their list of candidates for the elections to the Legislative Assembly of St. Petersburg. The commission upheld the decision of the lower-level election commission, citing that the first financial report was signed by a person who did not have the corresponding authority. 'Yabloko' intends to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court of Russia.
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  4. PoliticsMiddle East

    Bank of Japan Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged

    The Bank of Japan (BOJ) maintained its policy interest rate at around 1.0% for the fifth consecutive meeting. The decision was widely expected as the central bank had recently raised its policy rate to 1% in June. The BOJ is currently assessing the impact of this rate hike on the economy and inflation. Market expectations suggest that the BOJ will keep interest rates unchanged for the time being. The BOJ also lifted its economic outlook for FY 2026 and signaled readiness to continue raising borrowing costs if inflation risks rise.
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  6. PoliticsBillMiddle East

    Kosovo's Acting President Discusses Parliamentary Session with Political Parties

    Acting President of Kosovo Albuljena Hadzhu met with representatives of parliamentary political parties to discuss the organization of the constitutive session of the Kosovo Assembly, scheduled for August 6. She welcomed the completion of the extraordinary session of the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) as it removed obstacles for further political talks.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    DOJ Warns Maryland County Over Gun Ban in Houses of Worship

    The Justice Department sent a warning letter to Montgomery County, Maryland, stating that its ban on carrying firearms in houses of worship violates the Second Amendment. The county's ordinance, signed by Democratic Executive Marc Elrich, was updated in response to a state Supreme Court ruling. The DOJ cited previous Supreme Court decisions, including Wolford v. Lopez and New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. Bruen, in its argument. The letter comes amidst a series of attacks on religious institutions in recent years.
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  9. SportsMiddle EastWeather

    Southeast Asia's Top Betting Platforms Offer High Bonuses and Big Wins

    Several betting platforms in Southeast Asia are promoting their services with high bonuses for new customers and reports of big wins. These platforms support various deposit and withdrawal methods, including USDT, WeChat, Alipay, and K beans. They offer a range of games such as electronic mahjong, baccarat, and sports betting. Some platforms claim to have reserve funds of up to 10 billion U, guaranteeing funds and stable withdrawals.
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  13. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastWeather

    Russian Africa Corps Airstrikes Kill Civilians in Mali

    The Russia-controlled Africa Corps carried out airstrikes in central Mali on June 15, 2026, killing eight civilians, including three children, according to Human Rights Watch. The strikes hit a village chief's residence and a cattle market in Kyrnia, Mopti region, with no known Islamist armed group casualties. The attack appears to have been unlawful and indiscriminate, violating international humanitarian law.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    5-Year-Old Argentine Girl Found in Venezuela After 2023 Disappearance

    A five-year-old girl from Santa Fe, Argentina, who had been missing since August 2023, was located in Venezuela with her mother. The girl, M.G.S.A., was found during a federal investigation into her alleged abduction and retention by her mother, F.A.S., who took her out of the country without the father's authorization. The Argentine prosecution is working to return the girl to Argentina and has requested Interpol's assistance. The case is being investigated under Article 146 of the Penal Code for the abduction of minors.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastEarthWeatherPublic Health

    Hungary's Energy Crisis: Danube Water Levels Threaten Paks Nuclear Plant

    Hungary is facing an energy crisis due to record low water levels in the Danube River. This has led to concerns about the operation of the Paks Nuclear Power Plant, which could potentially shut down due to insufficient cooling water. The plant provides nearly half of Hungary's energy. Prime Minister Peter Mádiar has confirmed these concerns.
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  16. WorldPolicyRegulatorsMiddle East

    Vande Mataram Bill Passed: Insulting National Song Punishable

    The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, also known as the Vande Mataram Bill, has been passed by both houses of the Indian Parliament. The bill makes it a punishable offense to intentionally prevent the singing of 'Vande Mataram' or disrupt an assembly where it is sung. The penalty includes up to three years imprisonment, a fine, or both, with repeat offenders facing at least one year in prison. The bill aims to grant India's national song the same legal protection as the national flag and anthem. The passage of the bill has sparked debate and criticism from opposition parties, who argue that it is an attempt to communalize the issue and push a Hindutva agenda.
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  18. PoliticsMiddle East

    CHP Appoints New Leaders in 12 Provinces

    The Republican People's Party (CHP) has made new appointments to the leadership of 12 provinces. The new appointees include Emin Kalyoncu (Amasya), Ahmet Özdemir (Artvin), Fikret Şahin (Balıkesir), Recep Mutlucan (Burdur), Ahmet Nejat Karaibrahim (Giresun), Tuncay Yılmaz (Çorum), Muhammed Baran Karahan (Kars), Uğur Alemdar (Kastamonu), Nihat Sargın (Kütahya), Muhittin Bayrak (Rize), Mustafa Gültekin (Trabzon), and Olcay Can (Zonguldak).
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  22. PoliticsPeaceInvestigationMiddle East

    Explosion at Military Training Ground in Khmelnytskyi Injures Four, Several Missing

    An explosion occurred at a military training ground in Khmelnytskyi, injuring four military personnel and leaving several others missing. Law enforcement officers have begun investigations to establish the cause of the incident. The explosions continued for some time after the initial event, and search and rescue operations are ongoing.
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