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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 20

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 20 of 186.

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  1. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    UAE Leaders Congratulate President of Benin on Independence Anniversary

    His Highness the Prince of Qatar and the Prime Minister of Qatar sent congratulatory cables to President Romuald Wade of the Republic of Benin on the occasion of his country's independence anniversary. Similarly, the President and Vice Presidents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) sent cables of congratulations to President Romuald Wadagni of Benin on the occasion of his country's national day. The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation also extended warm congratulations to the people of Benin and looked forward to strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
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  2. WorldMiddle East

    Qatar, Saudi Arabia Express Condolences to Algeria Over Bus Accident

    Leaders from Qatar and Saudi Arabia have sent condolence messages to Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune following a bus accident in Bejaia province that resulted in deaths and injuries. Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, and Deputy Emir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani all extended their sympathies. Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also conveyed their condolences.
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  4. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth AmericaDefense

    SBU Strikes Three Oil Refineries in Bashkortostan and Four Radar Stations in Krasnodar Krai

    The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) conducted drone strikes on three oil refineries in Ufa, Bashkortostan, and four radar stations in Krasnodar Krai. The targeted refineries - Bashneft-UNPZ, Bashneft-Novoil, and Bashneft-Ufaneftokhim - have a combined capacity of over 23 million tons of oil per year, supplying the Russian army. The radar stations hit were Podlyot-K1 and Kasta-2E2. SBU confirmed these attacks and stated they will continue targeting objects that support the Russian army.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle EastIndiaGender

    Ajit Doval Urges Youth to Understand True Meaning of Freedom

    National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, while receiving the 'Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026' in Pune, emphasized that freedom does not mean doing whatever one wants. He urged the youth to think about the country's benefit and dedicate themselves to nation-building, drawing inspiration from Lokmanya Tilak's vision and sacrifices. This statement comes amidst recent protests.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    2 Migrant Workers Killed in J&K's Kulgam Terror Attack

    Two migrant labourers from Chhattisgarh were shot dead by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Friday evening. The attack was claimed by the Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy TRF. The incident sparked political debates, with J&K Minister Javed Rana's remarks on dialogue with Pakistan drawing criticism. The Chhattisgarh government provided financial assistance to the victims' families.
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  9. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Ukraine's SBU and GUR Rank Among Europe's Top Four Intelligence Services

    A French magazine, L'Express, compiled a ranking of European intelligence services based on the assessments of professionals in the international intelligence community. Ukrainian SBU and GUR entered the top four, ahead of services from Germany, Poland, and Scandinavian countries. Experts praised their innovativeness, inventiveness, and readiness to take high operational risks, comparing them to Mossad. However, some European officials expressed concerns about possible Russian infiltration.
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  11. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    EU Reacts to Mass Migration Crisis in Ceuta

    Thousands of migrants crossed into Spain's Ceuta from Morocco, sparking a crisis that led EU leaders, including President Ursula von der Leyen, to condemn the incident and pledge support for Spain. Von der Leyen described the situation as 'unacceptable' and called for immediate action to stop dangerous crossings, dismantle smuggling networks, and accelerate migrant returns. She also announced increased support for Spain through Frontex and tasked two commissioners to help control the situation.
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  13. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Russian 'Rassvet' Satellites Expanding Coverage Over Ukraine

    Russian satellites 'Rassvet', launched by Bureau 1440, are providing increasing communication coverage over Ukraine. Initially launched in March with 16 satellites, 12 have reached operational altitude of 550 km, with three more ascending and one failed. They currently offer 1-2 hours of daily 'communication windows', enabling control of naval drones and strike/reconnaissance UAVs. A second batch of 16 satellites was launched in July, expected to reach operational heights in October-November, further increasing coverage. If deployment continues at this pace, Russia could achieve 24/7 coverage over Ukraine by mid-2027.
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  15. PoliticsLawPeaceMiddle East

    Broadcast Bias: Networks Defend Fauci After Diaries Release

    Broadcast networks, previously silent on Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul's release of Dr. Anthony Fauci's COVID diaries, began covering the story only when Fauci testified before Paul's committee. They framed the hearing as Republicans targeting Fauci, while Democrats accused GOP of bias. Networks quoted Fauci's writings about his fame but criticized Paul for releasing 'private' diaries composed on a government computer.
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  19. SocietyMiddle EastBiodiversity

    Ecuador Police Seize Over 1.2 Tonnes of Cocaine in Two Operations

    Ecuadorian authorities intercepted two large shipments of cocaine, totaling over 1.2 tonnes, in separate operations. The first seizure involved 602 blocks of cocaine found in a trailer heading towards Guayaquil, with an estimated value of $18 million in the North American market and approximately $28 million in the European market. The second seizure occurred in the port of Posorja, where 627 kilograms of cocaine were found hidden in a container bound for Germany. Two Ecuadorian citizens were arrested in connection with the seizures.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    U.S. Urges Americans to Leave Middle East Amid Escalating Tensions

    U.S. Embassies across the Middle East have issued security alerts advising American citizens to consider leaving the region or be prepared to depart due to escalating tensions. The warnings come amid fears of sudden escalation, disruption of flights, and closure of airspace. Iran's unpredictable behavior and potential attacks on U.S. interests are cited as reasons for the alerts. Americans are urged to exercise caution, stay vigilant, and monitor travel advisories.
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