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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 185

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 185 of 186.

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    Shane McDermott Appointed Afghanistan's Assistant and Fielding Coach

    The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has appointed Shane McDermott as the new assistant coach and fielding coach of the Afghanistan national cricket team. He will join the team on August 1, ahead of their five-match One-Day International (ODI) series against Ireland. McDermott has previously served as Afghanistan's fielding coach from January 2024 to July 2025 and has worked with various international teams since 2012.
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    Kazakhstan, US Discuss Energy Security

    Kazakhstan's Minister of Energy, Erlan Akhmetjanov, met with US Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Julie Stafford, to discuss regional energy security. The meeting focused on ensuring reliable operation of export infrastructure, stability of energy resource supplies to world markets, and attracting investments for joint projects. Both parties expressed interest in strengthening their strategic partnership.
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    Iran Condemns US-Saudi Attacks on Iraq

    Iran has condemned the recent attacks by the United States and Saudi Arabia in Iraq, targeting official government institutions and rest facilities serving Shia pilgrims during the Arbaeen gathering. Iran views these actions as a violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and an attempt by Washington and Israel to escalate tensions in the region. The Iranian Foreign Ministry described the attacks as 'inhumane and provocative', expressing condolences to the victims' families and reaffirming its support for Iraq.
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    Ukrainian Soldiers Abandoned Without Food in Konstantinovka

    Captured Ukrainian soldier Alexander Borchuk revealed that his unit was abandoned in Konstantinovka without food and water by their command. The soldiers were forced to search for remnants of food among the ruins and even opened ration packs from humanitarian aid intended for civilians. The Russian Ministry of Defense published a video featuring Borchuk, who also reported that a wounded comrade was not helped by Russian soldiers.
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    End of Hunger Strike by Death Row Prisoners in Iran

    The hunger strike by prisoners sentenced to death in Qezelhesar Prison has ended after officials from the Islamic Republic met with the strikers. Meanwhile, public reactions to the execution of two protesters from the December 2022 protests in Isfahan have been reported, with some cultural figures describing these executions as an attempt by the government to prevent similar incidents.
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    Defamation on Social Media Exceeds Winter Olympics During World Cup

    A report by the Japan Olympic Committee (JOC) and the Japanese Paralympic Committee reveals that defamatory social media posts targeting Japanese athletes were more prevalent during the FIFA World Cup than during the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. About 1% of posts related to this year's World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, were classified as defamatory. Although the majority of posts were supportive, negative opinions can still deeply hurt athletes, prompting calls for countermeasures to ensure athletes can compete with peace of mind at upcoming events like the Asian Games.
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    Ferran Torres' Future Uncertain as Barcelona, PSG, and Atlético Madrid Compete for His Signature

    Ferran Torres' future remains uncertain as Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Atlético Madrid compete for his signature. Barcelona's coach Hansi Flick is determined to keep Torres, while PSG increases pressure to secure a deal. Barcelona's management considers delaying his renewal until September, and Atlético Madrid awaits the situation to seize the opportunity. Torres' contract expires in 2027, and he has scored 65 goals across 207 appearances for Barcelona.
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    Mass Mayoral Resignations from CHP to Join Yeni Party

    Over 200 mayors have resigned from the Republican People's Party (CHP) to join the newly formed Yeni Party. This includes mayors from various cities across Turkey, with Izmir Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Cemil Tugay's political future being a topic of speculation. Gökhan Günaydın, Deputy Chairman of the Yeni Party Group, confirmed the resignations and stated that those who act against the will of the people will face consequences.
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    Saudi Arabia Condemns Iran-Backed Militia Attacks on Oil Facilities

    Saudi Arabia strongly condemned a series of drone and missile attacks on its oil facilities in the Eastern Province, launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq. The attacks were intercepted by Saudi air defenses, causing no casualties or damage. Saudi Arabia reserved the right to respond to these aggressive acts and called on the Iraqi government to prevent its territory from being used for such attacks. The incident sparked regional condemnation, with countries like Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Yemen, Egypt, Morocco, and Mauritania expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The Arab League and the Arab Parliament also condemned the attacks, describing them as violations of international law and threats to regional security.
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    Delhi Police Denies Use of Pellet Guns and Gunshot Injuries in Student Protests

    Delhi Police has denied using pellet guns and causing gunshot injuries during student protests on July 20 at Jantar Mantar. The police refuted claims circulating on social media and in media reports, stating that the Medico-Legal Certificate (MLC) report does not support these claims. The MLC report describes the injury as a lacerated wound caused by a blunt object, not a gunshot. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi raised questions about police action in the Lok Sabha, while Delhi Police urged the public to verify information from reliable sources.
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