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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 184

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 184 of 186.

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    China Condemns U.S. FCC's Discriminatory Move Against Chinese Products

    China's Ministry of Commerce has criticized the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for adding foreign-produced power inverters and advanced robotic equipment to its 'Covered List'. This move, according to China, discriminates against and suppresses Chinese companies and products by preventing related new products from obtaining FCC authorization and entering the U.S. market. China has called on the U.S. to revoke these measures.
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    Thai Police Arrest Suspects in Disappearance of Russian Siblings

    Thai police have arrested two local residents suspected of involvement in the disappearance of a 22-year-old Russian woman, Diana, and her 17-year-old brother, Roman, in Pattaya. The siblings were last seen leaving home on a motorcycle on July 26. Their moped was later found buried in the woods near the house of a suspect, Thane (Pong) Kerdthong, who has a criminal record including convictions for kidnapping and weapons possession. Police believe the suspects helped Kerdthong escape. Over 200 police officers, volunteers, and local residents were involved in the search.
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    Turkey Secures Stake in Kirkuk Oil Field in Historic Energy Deal with Iraq

    Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) has been granted a 15% stake in the Kirkuk oil field operated by BP Energy Company of Kirkuk Limited. The agreement, signed on July 27, is considered a historic step in energy cooperation between Turkey and Iraq. The Kirkuk-Ceyhan pipeline agreement, which expired on the same day, will be replaced by a new framework for energy cooperation between the two countries. The project covers important hydrocarbon production areas in Kirkuk, including the Baba and Avanah domes and the Bai Hassan, Jambur, and Khabbaz fields, with an estimated initial phase reserve of over 3 billion barrels of hydrocarbon reserves.
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    Massive Russian Strikes on Ukraine's Military Infrastructure

    Overnight, Russia launched a massive attack on military targets in Ukraine, using high-precision weapons and drones. Explosions and fires were reported in several regions, including Kyiv, Lviv, Poltava, Vinnytsia, and others. Military airfields, defense industry enterprises, military telecommunications and logistics centers, and cargo ships carrying weapons were targeted. The strikes resulted in significant damage to Ukrainian military infrastructure.
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    Carney Rejects Using Oil as Weapon Against US Tariffs

    Prime Minister Mark Carney has dismissed the idea of using Canada's oil exports as a weapon against US tariffs. He argued that maintaining Canada's reputation as a reliable energy supplier is more important than retaliating against the US. Carney's stance comes amid calls from some opposition figures to use energy exports as leverage in trade negotiations. However, he insisted that Canada has other options to address the situation.
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    Russia Proposes Mandatory Phone Number Binding for Foreign Websites

    The Ministry of Digital Development in Russia has proposed new measures to combat fraud, known as 'Anti-fraud 3.0'. One of the key provisions is that foreign websites and apps operating in Russia must authenticate users within the country using only a phone number. This requirement would apply to websites freely operating in Russia and users located within the country. Additionally, foreign websites would need to store registration, authentication, and account deletion data for three years and provide it to law enforcement upon request. Experts note that these requirements may pose challenges for foreign platforms and international companies.
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    Kamchybek Tashiev Appeals 'Letter 75' Verdict

    Lawyer Ikramidin Aytkulov confirmed that Kamchybek Tashiev, former Prosecutor General Kurmanbek Zulushev, and former Speaker of the JK Nurlanbek Turunbekov have filed an appeal against their four-year prison sentence with probation in the 'Letter 75' case. The trio was found guilty of attempting to seize power but acquitted of abuse of office charges. The appeal was filed with the Bishkek City Court.
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    Ukraine's Evolving Military Strategy Against Russia

    Ukraine is adapting its military strategy against Russia, focusing on finding new leverage and exploiting Russia's resource depletion. The Ukrainian military is strategically targeting Russian supply chains and infrastructure, aiming to disrupt Russia's ability to sustain its war effort. This shift in strategy comes as Russia faces a growing resource crisis, with its military struggling to maintain supplies and equipment.
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    Russian Prosecutor Responsible for Asset Seizure Dismissed

    Sergei Bochkarev, the main specialist in seizing assets for the state at the General Prosecutor's Office, has been dismissed. He represented the prosecution in the confiscation of billions from Colonel DMVD Dmitry Zakharchenko and oversaw the lawsuit work to transfer significant assets like Domodedovo Airport, 'Makfa', and YugK to the treasury. Bochkarev was once considered a candidate for deputy prosecutor general and Supreme Court, but his career in oversight and justice did not materialize. His dismissal was based on his personal report, and the new Prosecutor General Alexander Gutan expressed dissatisfaction with his work. Bochkarev may now focus on scientific work.
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    SAPS Appoints New Provincial Commissioners in Western Cape and North West

    The South African Police Service (SAPS) has announced the appointment of new provincial commissioners in two provinces. In the Western Cape, Lieutenant General Thembisile Patekile's successor is set to be named, while Lieutenant-General Arthur Adams has been appointed as the new North West Provincial Commissioner. Acting National Commissioner Puleng Dimpane announced the appointments as part of SAPS' leadership renewal programme.
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