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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 147

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 147 of 186.

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  1. WorldMiddle East

    Kerala Braces for Heavy Rainfall: IMD Issues Orange Alert

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for several districts in Kerala due to heavy rainfall expected over the next few days. The alert covers Idukki, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Kannur districts, with isolated very heavy rainfall anticipated. Schools and colleges have been shut in some areas as a precautionary measure. The monsoon is expected to drench the state until August 2, with light to moderate rainfall and strong winds accompanying the showers.
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  5. PoliticsMiddle EastChina

    PSB Confirms Alckmin as Lula's Running Mate for 2026 Election

    The Brazilian Socialist Party (PSB) officially announced Geraldo Alckmin as the vice-presidential candidate on Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's (PT) ticket for the 2026 presidential election at a national convention held on Wednesday. The event was attended by Lula, Alckmin, and other party leaders, marking a repeat of the winning ticket from the 2022 elections. The PSB is the second party to formally support Lula's re-election after the Democratic Labor Party (PDT).
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  6. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle EastNorth America

    JPJ Seizes Vehicles, Fines Foreign Drivers in Penang

    The Road Transport Department (JPJ) in Penang has conducted a special operation against foreign drivers (PeWA) since January 1, resulting in the seizure of 178 vehicles and the issuance of 1,328 compound notices to foreign drivers for various offenses. A total of 19,239 vehicles driven by foreigners were inspected, with action taken against 638 vehicles.
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  7. SocietyLocal GovInvestigationProtestMiddle East

    Delhi Drops FIRs Against CJP Protesters

    Delhi Police has dropped 13 FIRs against protesters involved in the 'March to Parliament' organized by the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP). The government order states that those arrested or detained will be released expeditiously. However, the CJP claims that there were 20 FIRs in total and seeks clarification on the government's use of language regarding the future actions against protesters.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Power Outage in Moldova

    A brief power outage occurred in the Republic of Moldova, leaving most of the country without electricity for several seconds. The reasons for the outage have not been officially announced yet. Moldelectrica, the Moldovan power company, reported unplanned outages in the Center and Buiucani sectors. Residents and the Moldovan Parliament confirmed the power outage, with emergency teams working to resolve the issue.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Illegal Migration Surge in Estonia via Latvia-Belarus Border

    Over the past week, Estonia witnessed a significant increase in illegal migrant detentions, with 63 migrants apprehended, nearly one and a half times more than the entire previous year. Most of these migrants entered the EU through the Latvia-Belarus border and attempted to reach Northern Europe via Estonia. This surge in illegal migration is not expected to decrease until the weather worsens in the fall. Meanwhile, Latvian authorities have noted an increase in Estonian involvement in migrant smuggling, with seven Estonian citizens implicated so far this year.
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  11. WorldBillLocal GovMiddle EastNorth America

    Minimum Wage Increase and Compensatory Bonus for Mypes

    President Keiko Fujimori announced an increase in the minimum wage to S/1,300 and a one-time compensatory bonus for micro and small businesses (mypes) to help them face higher labor costs. The increase has been criticized by some, such as the President of the Fiscal Council, Alonso Segura, who warned about potential distortions in the labor market and the economy. Business leaders have also expressed concerns about the impact on mypes and called for dialogue to define support measures. The bonus should benefit formal companies and mechanisms are being discussed to ensure formal employment does not become too costly for employers.
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  13. SportsMiddle EastNorth America

    Chiefs' Chris Jones Ranks 43rd on NFL Top 100

    Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones has been ranked 43rd on the 2026 NFL Top 100 Players list. Despite facing consistent double-teams, Jones' defensive dominance and individual performance last season warranted his selection. He tallied 29 tackles, 7 sacks, and 32 quarterback pressures in 2025, earning his seventh consecutive Pro Bowl nomination. The NFL Top 100 list is voted on exclusively by current NFL players and produced by NFL Films and the X Original Series.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastConflict

    Russia Denies Mobilization Plans Amidst Speculation

    Russian officials, including Dmitry Medvedev, have repeatedly dismissed rumors of an impending mobilization, calling them 'enemy propaganda' and 'false provocations'. Medvedev stated that around 200,000 people have signed contracts with the Russian Armed Forces in the first six months of this year, with another 16,000 joining volunteer units. He also mentioned progress in recruiting personnel for unmanned systems. Meanwhile, some sources suggest that Russia may consider mobilization due to manpower shortages on the front lines, but these reports are denied by Kremlin officials.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    Unidentified Object Falls in Poland, Likely Russian Missile

    An unidentified object fell near the village of Tarnava-Kolonija in eastern Poland, causing a powerful explosion. Polish authorities initially reported that the object was unidentified, but later statements from Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and other officials suggested it was likely a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile. The object fell near the Polish-Ukrainian border during ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Investigations are underway to confirm the exact origin and type of the object.
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  23. PoliticsLegislationRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    Russia Proposes Mandatory Phone Number Authorization for Foreign Websites

    The Ministry of Digital Development in Russia has proposed a new measure, part of the 'Antifraud 3.0' package, which would require foreign websites and applications operating in Russia to authenticate users located in the country solely by phone number. This includes storing user account data for three years and providing it to law enforcement agencies upon request. The proposal is still under discussion and may be submitted to the State Duma in late 2026.
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