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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 55

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 55 of 186.

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  1. CultureMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    FPF President Pedro Proença Meets Referees, Apologizes, and Agrees to Improve Conditions

    Pedro Proença, president of the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), met with professional football referees in Tomar during the night to address criticism he made about Portuguese refereeing in 2024 audio recordings. After the meeting, referees agreed to start work on the first recycling and evaluation action of the sector. Proença apologized and presented explanations to the referees, and both parties agreed to start a joint, serious, and structured work next week to improve refereeing conditions. The FPF leader reiterated his full confidence in national refereeing.
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  5. CultureMiddle East

    Madrid Protests Tajani's Schengen Remarks, Summons Ambassador

    Madrid has protested against remarks made by Antonio Tajani regarding the Schengen Agreement, summoning the Italian ambassador. Tajani had suggested a temporary halt to Schengen to protect European borders and combat irregular immigration. The Spanish government described Tajani's comments as 'unbecoming' and expected 'European solidarity' instead of 'party demagoguery'. The issue has led to tensions between Spain and Italy, with Madrid not signing a letter promoted by Italy and Denmark on the Ceuta crisis.
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  6. CultureMiddle EastUnited KingdomWeather

    Musician Dies in Hotel Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Perugia

    A 55-year-old musician of Sicilian origin died in a hotel room in central Perugia, with his companion in critical condition due to suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. The incident occurred while they were in the city for a concert with a group of about forty members. Carbon monoxide was detected on multiple floors of the hotel, and investigations are ongoing to determine the source.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Spain Reopens Melilla-Morocco Border After Mass Migration Attempts

    The border between Spain and Morocco in Melilla has been reopened after being temporarily closed due to mass migration attempts. The Beni Enzar border, the only one currently operating between the two countries in Melilla, was closed for nearly two days. The closure occurred amidst the 'Strait crossing operation,' where thousands of Moroccans are returning to their country for the summer holidays.
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  16. WorldMiddle East

    Minister Kurum on Earthquake Recovery and Public Trust

    Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change Minister Murat Kurum (@murat_kurum) discusses the aftermath of the recent earthquake, which affected 11 provinces and 14 million people, referring to it as 'the disaster of the century'. He praises the resilience of the people of Kahramanmaraş and emphasizes that the state and the President have not let public trust down in responding to the disaster.
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  18. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Ukraine Strikes Russian Military Facilities in Crimea

    Ukrainian forces struck several key Russian military targets in Crimea and other temporarily occupied territories overnight. The attacks included a marine unmanned boat depot in Chornomorsk, two railway bridges (Syvash and Vladyslavivka), a radio electronic intelligence unit of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopol, and warehouses of material and technical means, drones, and repair bases in Crimea, Kherson region, and Zaporizhzhia. These facilities were crucial for Russian military logistics and operations.
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  20. PoliticsCeasefireTalksTreatyMiddle East

    Hamas Agrees to Disarmament Plan in Gaza Ceasefire

    Hamas has agreed to a disarmament plan as part of the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, according to multiple sources. The plan, brokered by international mediators, involves the inventory and storage of Hamas' weapons under Palestinian supervision. This agreement is a significant step towards implementing President Trump's Gaza peace initiative and could lead to a broader political process. However, the details of the plan and the timeline for its implementation remain unclear, and some Palestinians remain skeptical about the agreement's potential impact on their lives.
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  21. SportsLawMiddle EastBaseball

    Eddie Howe Steps Down as Newcastle Manager

    Eddie Howe has stepped down as the manager of Newcastle United after nearly five years at the helm. The 48-year-old coach, who led the Magpies to their first major trophy in 70 years, announced his decision after a period of personal reflection. Howe, who joined Newcastle in November 2021, won 46.9% of his Premier League games and guided the club to Champions League qualification twice during his tenure.
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  22. PoliticsCorruptionIndictmentMiddle East

    Peruvian Court Annuls Ollanta Humala's Money Laundering Conviction

    The Constitutional Court of Peru annulled the entire criminal process against former President Ollanta Humala for money laundering, eliminating his 15-year prison sentence. The ruling, adopted by five votes to two, declared null and void the investigations, subsequent judicial resolutions, and the sentence that convicted Humala. The TC ordered his immediate release from Barbadillo prison, where he had been detained for fifteen months. The majority of the magistrates concluded that the process violated the principles of legality and criminal typification, as the conduct described was not expressly contemplated as a crime when the facts occurred. Humala's lawyer expressed satisfaction with the ruling and confirmed that they would immediately manage his release.
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  24. WorldMiddle East

    Yemen's Houthis Deny Plans to Impose Fees on Ships in Red Sea

    Yemen's Houthi rebels have consistently denied reports that they plan to impose fees on commercial ships passing through the Bab al-Mandeb strait in the Red Sea. The group's maritime coordination body has stated that no such decision has been taken and that passage through the strategic waterway remains free. These denials come after Reuters reported that the Houthis were considering charging fees for ships navigating through the southern Red Sea, following their declaration of a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia. The Houthis have also clarified that their 'safe passage service' is voluntary and free of charge.
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