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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 44

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 44 of 186.

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    Israeli UN Ambassador Criticizes Spain's Migration Policy Amid Ceuta Crisis

    The Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, has criticized Spain's migration policy following the migrant crisis in Ceuta. Danon urged Madrid to explain 'why it continues to maintain colonial enclaves in Africa' and accused Spain of declaring a state of emergency in Ceuta due to its own immigration policy, despite no such declaration having been made. This statement sparked a diplomatic row, with Spanish politicians and commentators accusing Israel of stirring chaos and exploiting the crisis to settle scores.
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    Yemeni Houthis Force Eight Saudi Oil Tankers to Change Course

    Yemen's Houthi rebels, also known as Ansar Allah, have claimed that they forced eight Saudi oil tankers to change course and circumvent the Cape of Good Hope due to a maritime blockade imposed by the group against Saudi navigation in the Red Sea. The rebels stated that this action is part of their 'blockade by blockade' strategy, aiming to disrupt Saudi maritime commerce in response to what they describe as a blockade imposed on areas under their control. The Yemeni Armed Forces spokesman, Yahya Sarea, confirmed that the rebels will continue operations against Saudi navigation and that their reach will extend 'wherever possible'.
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    Iran Warns of Regional Retaliation if US Attacks Energy Infrastructure

    Members of Iran's National Security Commission have issued stark warnings following reports of a potential US attack on Iran's energy infrastructure. Ibrahim Razavi, a commission member, stated that if Iran is targeted, it will retaliate by 'turning the entire region and its facilities into the Stone Age'. He also dismissed the reports as an 'illusion' planted in US President Trump's mind by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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    Danube's Low Water Level Exposes Nazi Shipwrecks

    Record low water levels in the Danube River due to abnormal heat and drought across Europe have caused sunken German ships from World War II to resurface near Prahovo, Serbia. The ships, part of Nazi Germany's Black Sea fleet, were deliberately sunk in 1944 to block Soviet advances. The reemergence of these ships is posing a threat to navigation, especially during low water levels, and may contain unexploded ammunition.
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    Nathula Pass Reopens for Trade After Six Years

    The Nathula Pass, a historic trade route between India and China, has reopened after a six-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Traders and officials in Sikkim have expressed joy and gratitude towards the Indian government, particularly Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, for facilitating the reopening. The trade route is expected to boost Sikkim's economy and provide livelihood support to local entrepreneurs and youth. Traders have requested the expansion of the list of tradable items to include modern industrial products relevant to today's times.
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    Ukraine Launches Attacks on Russian Targets; Russia Responds with Strikes

    Ukraine has launched attacks on Russian targets, including online retailer Wildberries, tankers, and oil refineries. Russia has responded with strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. The use of a North Korean rocket by Russia has raised concerns among NATO allies. Meanwhile, Poland has intercepted Russian reconnaissance aircraft, and the EU has made it harder for Ukrainian men to flee the war. The crisis has led to the summoning of the Russian ambassador to the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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    US, Israel Planning Major Strikes on Iran's Energy Infrastructure

    Multiple sources report that the US and Israel are preparing large-scale strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, including power plants and oil refineries, as early as this weekend. President Trump has not yet given final approval. The plans were discussed during Trump's cabinet meeting at Camp David. Israel is coordinating with Washington but has not been informed of any decision to restart full military operations.
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    Chinese Scientist Claims COVID-19 Was Intentionally Released

    Dr. Li-Meng Yan, a Chinese virologist, asserts that the COVID-19 virus was intentionally released by the Chinese government as a bioweapon targeting the United States. Yan claims to have gathered intelligence on the outbreak in December 2019 and that Chinese authorities suppressed the truth. She also alleges that the virus was not a result of an accident or sloppy lab work.
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    Video Shows Suspect's Movements Before Rethymno Fire

    Authorities are examining a video that shows a man in black clothing moving near the point where a large fire broke out in Rethymno, Greece. The man is seen moving towards a thicket of bushes, remaining there for some time, and then moving away. He is later seen running in the opposite direction as smoke appears and the fire spreads rapidly. Investigators consider it unlikely that this is a mere coincidence and are working to identify the man and determine if he is connected to the case.
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