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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 144

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 144 of 186.

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  3. PoliticsBillJudiciaryMiddle East

    TSE Ministers See Moraes' Interference in Bolsonaro's AI Demand

    Ministers of the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) have identified Alexandre de Moraes' interference in Jair Bolsonaro's AI demand. They consider the topic to be under the jurisdiction of the Electoral Court and are evaluating potential penalties, including fines and removal of the material, rather than harsher sanctions. Moraes had previously suggested revoking Bolsonaro's house arrest and his eligibility as a pre-candidate for the PL party.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    1,000 Filipino Seafarers Stuck in Strait of Hormuz

    Around 1,000 Filipino seafarers are currently stuck in the Strait of Hormuz aboard some 500 vessels run by shipowners from Southeast Asia. The number has decreased from a peak of 2,000 ships during the crisis, with more than 50% being Filipino. Some ships have turned off their radar to avoid detection. The Philippine Embassy in Oman assisted three Filipino seafarers on the MV Wedyan, which was hit by an Iranian missile, ensuring their safe return home.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Water Crisis in Río Cauto: Residents Struggle Without Potable Water for Six Months

    Residents of Viviendas Campesinas in Río Cauto, Granma, have been without access to potable water for over six months, exacerbating the effects of power outages and food shortages. Many rely on expensive private vendors or unsanitary river and well water due to the lack of supply, posing health risks. Resident Eliannis Villavicencio described the situation as 'an intense hardship'.
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  11. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Tusk: Ukraine Needs More Weapons for European Security

    Polish PM Donald Tusk emphasized the importance of Ukraine receiving more weapons to protect Europe. He stated that Poland's security directly depends on the effectiveness of the Ukrainian armed forces, including in the air. Tusk suggested that if Ukraine had more of what it has been asking for, the recent ballistic missile incident in Poland might have been prevented.
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  12. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth AmericaIsrael

    Netanyahu Meets Fetterman, Praises His Support for Israel

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US Senator John Fetterman on Wednesday. Netanyahu praised Fetterman for his 'stellar patriotism' and commitment to truth, thanking him on behalf of the people of Israel. Fetterman expressed his pride in standing with Israel and criticized his own party for anti-Israel sentiments, notably mentioning NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's 'ridiculous claims'. The meeting was marked by mutual respect and appreciation.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    Senegal Celebrates 60th General Contest; Ameth Babou Retains Top Spot

    Senegal celebrated the 60th edition of its General Contest on July 30, 2026, with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye presiding over the ceremony at the Grand National Theater Doudou Ndiaye Coumba Rose. Ameth Babou, a student at the Prytanée militaire Charles N'Tchoréré in Saint-Louis, retained his title as the best student in Senegal, winning four first-place prizes in French, Physics, Philosophical Essay, and Citizenship and Human Rights. The event honored 118 laureates, with 55 girls and 63 boys recognized for their academic excellence. The contest, themed 'Senegal at the hour of the Olympic Games, refounding the meaning of the common good at the school of Olympic values,' also marked the publication of a golden book retracing its history and the unveiling of an immersive exhibition. Professor Awa Marie Coll Seck served as the godmother of the edition.
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  14. PoliticsConstitutionTrialMiddle East

    Medellín Mayor Challenges Petro's Attempt to Control Comfenalco Antioquia

    Medellín Mayor Federico Gutiérrez has filed a legal action against President Gustavo Petro's attempt to take over Comfenalco Antioquia, a family compensation fund in Antioquia. Gutiérrez alleges that Petro wants to influence the board of directors and management before leaving office. The dispute centers around the lifting of an administrative intervention, with Gutiérrez arguing that the Superintendence of Family Allowance skipped procedural steps and ignored an appeal for reconsideration. The mayor seeks to suspend the process and protect the rights of affiliates.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Peru's President Keiko Fujimori Aims to Enhance Democratic Legitimacy through Digital Citizenship

    President Keiko Fujimori of Peru has announced plans to build a state that serves citizens, focusing on digital citizenship to enhance democratic legitimacy. The initiative involves regulatory simplification, digitization of public services, and the creation of a national digital authority to design and enforce critical public services. The goal is to improve citizens' lives through better problem-solving and increased digital participation in democracy.
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  17. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastWeather

    Bubble Planet Exhibition Closes Due to Technical Issues

    Bubble Planet, an immersive exhibition at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal, abruptly closed after one month due to 'technical issues'. The organisers announced the closure on their website, stating that tickets for subsequent dates would be refunded. The sudden closure followed reports of children being injured in an exhibition balloon pit, with some parents alleging lack of compensation. Visitors were immersed in a sea of bubbles with balloons and light effects. The Hong Kong show was produced by Last Bullet Production and supported by Exhibition Hub.
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  20. SocietyRegulatorsArrestMiddle EastWhite-collar

    Criminal Network Dismantled for Trafficking Women for Sexual Exploitation in Cadiz

    The National Police have dismantled a criminal network in Cadiz dedicated to capturing vulnerable women in Colombia for sexual exploitation in Spain. The operation, named 'Nautilus', resulted in the arrest of a 46-year-old man who was the leader of the plot. The investigation revealed that a Colombian citizen was responsible for capturing the victims and facilitating their transfer to Spain or other European countries with the promise of improving their economic situation. Once in Cadiz, the women were accommodated in an apartment dedicated to prostitution, where the detainee imposed abusive conditions on them to settle a debt incurred for the trip and their transfer.
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  22. PoliticsMiddle EastCounterterrorism

    Pavel Durov Charged with Aiding Terrorism, Added to International Wanted List and Terrorist Registry in Russia

    Russian authorities have charged Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, with aiding terrorism and have initiated proceedings to place him on an international wanted list. He has also been added to Russia's registry of extremists and terrorists by Rosfinmonitoring. Durov reacted to the news by posting a meme on his Russian-language channel.
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