Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 139

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1. WorldMiddle EastEarth

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   Nepal Leaders Urge Unity Amid Southern Plains Violence

   Nepal's top political figures, including President Ram Baran Yadav and Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, have called for unity as violence in the southern plains, known as Madhes, continues. The unrest has claimed two lives in the past five days.

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2. PoliticsLocal GovCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   New Jersey Refuses DOJ Request for Noncitizen Voter Data

   New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has refused to provide the U.S. Department of Justice with information about approximately 6,600 noncitizens who were registered to vote in the state. The DOJ had requested names, dates of birth, addresses, nationalities, and registration dates of these individuals. Sherrill cited state and federal privacy laws as the reason for her refusal. The dispute comes after a software glitch led to the noncitizens being registered to vote, with around 400 believed to have cast ballots. The DOJ has stated that it will pursue the information through legal means.

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3. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   Prefect of Turin Bans Camping in Susa and Bussoleno

   The prefect of Turin has issued an ordinance banning camping in Susa and Bussoleno until August 2nd. The measure was taken for 'the protection of order and safety' in the area where No Tav activists had organized an event.

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4. WorldMiddle East

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   Teck Names Dale Webb as Future CEO for Chile

   Teck has appointed Dale Webb, currently serving as Senior Vice President of Operations for Latin America, as the future CEO for Chile. This appointment comes ahead of the expected merger between Teck and Anglo, slated to be completed between September 2026 and March 2027.

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5. WorldMiddle East

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   Three Iranian Revolutionary Guards Martyred in US Attack

   The Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced that three of its members were martyred in a US attack on August 8. The deceased are identified as Mahmoud Malajbari, Mohammad Reza Charaghi, and Jamal Amiiri. They were defending the borders of Iran when they were killed.

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6. PoliticsAppointmentsMiddle East

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   India Slams NYT Over 'Pakistani Kashmir' Headline

   India criticized The New York Times for referring to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as 'Pakistani Kashmir' in a headline, calling the term misleading and incorrect. The Indian Embassy in the US reiterated that the region is an integral part of India and accused Pakistan of illegally occupying parts of the territory. The criticism followed a NYT report on unrest and local elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

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7. WorldEuropeMiddle East

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   Erdoğan Pledges Continued Support for Lebanese Armed Forces

   Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has reiterated his country's commitment to supporting the Lebanese Armed Forces. In separate statements, Erdoğan emphasized that Turkey's assistance to the Lebanese military will continue without interruption, expressing willingness to join any regional security initiative.

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8. PoliticsLawCivil RightsMiddle East

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   UK Committee Blames Governments for Endangering Afghan Allies

   A British parliamentary committee has criticized successive governments for endangering the lives of Afghan citizens who worked alongside British forces. The committee found that hundreds were incorrectly denied relocation to the UK due to years of administrative failure, cover-ups, and poor decision-making, leaving them at risk under Taliban rule.

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9. PoliticsCorruptionMiddle EastCounterterrorism

   Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   Paul Durov Added to Russia's Extremist-Terrorist List

   Paul Durov, the founder of Telegram, has been added to Russia's list of extremists and terrorists by Rosfinmonitoring. This move blocks Durov's bank accounts and financial assets in Russia and prohibits him from engaging in economic activity or using Russian banks. He is also banned from posting information about himself online. Durov has been charged with aiding terrorism under part 1.1 of article 205.1 of the RF Criminal Code, and is being sought internationally. The FSB alleges that Telegram's administration did not delete channels and bots used by Ukrainian special services and terrorist organizations for sabotage and terrorism in Russia.

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10. WorldJudiciaryMiddle East

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

    SBU Detains Russian Agents Behind Odessa Terrorist Attacks

    The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and National Police have detained three individuals suspected of carrying out two terrorist attacks in Odessa on July 28. The attacks involved a remote-controlled car bomb and an explosion targeting a Ukrainian military. Among those detained are two students from a local technical college and a recidivist. The suspects used a video camera hidden in a juice box for surveillance.

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11. PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelConflict

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

    Russian MFA Calls Zelensky 'Non-Negotiable'

    The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has described Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as 'non-negotiable', stating that he has lost his subjectivity and capacity for legal action. The MFA also expressed hope that American authorities would 'rein in' Zelensky.

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12. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast AsiaUnited Kingdom

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

    Trump: UK PM Burnham Promised to Open North Sea for Oil Extraction

    US President Donald Trump has repeatedly stated that UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham told him he would 'open up' the North Sea for oil exploration and drilling. Trump believes this move would make the UK 'a wealthy country', citing Norway's success with similar ventures. Burnham has since clarified that he would take a 'pragmatic approach' to the North Sea oil resources.

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13. PoliticsWarMiddle East

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

    Russia Reportedly Planning to Draft Up to 500,000 New Soldiers

    Reports suggest Russia is considering drafting up to 500,000 new soldiers, potentially extending the war in Ukraine. This move comes four years after the conflict began and could give it 'a new dimension'. The partial mobilization announced in 2022 has not been officially canceled.

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14. WorldMiddle East

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 UTC

    UNAM Admission Test Results Scandal

    A scandal has erupted in Mexico over the results of the admission tests at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), the largest university in Latin America.

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15. WorldLawMiddle EastSci Policy

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Kharge Criticizes Government Over Anti-Paper Leak Bill

    Mallikarjun Kharge, leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha, criticized the government for introducing an anti-paper leak bill without addressing the ongoing paper leak crisis. He questioned the silence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on the issue.

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16. PoliticsLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Dipke's Mother Claims Son Received BJP Join-or-Face-Consequences Threat

    Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the satirical political movement Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), received threats to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) or face consequences, according to his mother Anita Dipke. She claimed that the family was forced to leave their home and stay with relatives for over two weeks due to the intimidation. The threat was allegedly delivered via a video message.

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17. WorldMiddle East

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Iran Faces Gas Shortage of 100 Million Cubic Meters Daily This Winter

    Following recent attacks on gas refineries, Iran expects a daily deficit of around 100 million cubic meters of gas this winter, regardless of the severity of the cold season. Proper management of this energy shortage is crucial.

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18. PoliticsJudiciaryIndictmentMiddle East

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Turkish Opposition Mayor Arrested in Istanbul

    Sinem Dedetaş, the mayor of Istanbul's Üsküdar district and a member of the Republican People's Party (CHP), has been arrested along with five others on charges of corruption and irregularities in construction permits. This is the latest in a series of investigations targeting CHP-run municipalities since the party's electoral successes in 2024. The opposition alleges political motivation behind the arrests.

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19. SocietyMiddle EastWhite-collarFraudLaundering

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Kyiv Man Stabs Doctor to Death During Military Medical Commission

    In Kyiv, a man fatally stabbed a female surgeon during a military medical commission. The 31-year-old suspect was taken to the commission by police for violating military registration rules. He attacked the doctor with a knife in her office, inflicting multiple wounds to her chest, neck, and hands. The woman died at the scene. The attacker was immediately detained, and law enforcement is investigating the incident. The suspect has been notified of suspicion of premeditated murder and faces life imprisonment.

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20. PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelConflict

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Israeli Forces Attack Lebanese Town Despite Ceasefire

    Israeli forces have bombed the southern Lebanese town of Taybeh in the Marjayoun district, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency. This attack comes despite Israel's ceasefire agreement with the Lebanese government and ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the Israeli occupation.

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21. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Belarusian Widow Seeks Hero of Ukraine Title for Foreign Volunteers

    Veronica Yanovich, widow of Belarusian volunteer Alexey Lazarev who died defending Ukraine, has collected 25,000 signatures on a petition to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The petition seeks to allow foreigners to be awarded the title 'Hero of Ukraine'.

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22. WorldMiddle EastSci PolicyHealthcare

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Ukraine's Supreme Court Rules Against Men Seeking Compensation for Ex-Wives' Breast Implants

    The Supreme Court of Ukraine has set a precedent in a divorce case, ruling that breast implants cannot be considered joint property and thus cannot be claimed by ex-husbands. The court decided that medical implants become part of the patient's body and are not subject to division upon divorce. The ruling comes after a man attempted to recover €4,000 for his ex-wife's breast augmentation surgery.

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23. WorldWarMiddle EastConflict

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    US Strike on Family Home in Iran's Qeshm Kills Three, Including Toddler

    A US strike on a residential house in Qeshm, Iran, killed three members of a family - a father, mother, and their two-year-old child. Two children aged 7 and 9 were injured and rescued from the rubble.

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24. CultureMiddle East

    Aug 1, 2026, 10:12 UTC

    Ecuadorian Actor Eman Esfandi Joins 'Spider-Man: A New Day' as MJ's Love Interest

    Actor Eman Esfandi, of Ecuadorian descent, has been cast as the new love interest of Michelle 'MJ' Jones (Zendaya) in the upcoming Marvel film 'Spider-Man: A New Day'. Esfandi's character will compete for MJ's affection against Peter Parker, creating narrative tension in the superhero's most mature story yet. The actor has spoken about his connection to South American culture and his fluency in Spanish.

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