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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 98

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 98 of 186.

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  1. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    British Funeral Director Sentenced to 20 Years for Desecrating Remains

    A British funeral director was sentenced to 20 years in prison for desecrating the remains of dozens of the dead. He stored bodies meant for cremation or burial for months, sometimes years, and gave families the wrong ashes. The case has highlighted the lack of regulatory rules in the funeral industry in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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    Thousands of Migrants Storm Spain's Border by Swimming from Morocco

    Thousands of migrants have flooded into Spain's North African enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla, overwhelming security forces and collapsing border controls. The migrants, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa, swam around border fences and climbed over barriers, with some clinging to moving vehicles. The influx has led to chaotic scenes and overwhelmed reception facilities. Spanish authorities have deployed the army to help manage the situation.
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  7. PoliticsMiddle East

    Pope Leo XIV Issues New Constitution for Vatican City

    Pope Leo XIV has issued a new constitution for Vatican City State, replacing the one from 2023. The new constitution, published on July 31, introduces several changes. It formally allows non-cardinals to serve on the commission and as its president, a position currently held by Sister Raffaella Petrini. The constitution also establishes a judicial system with three instances and an office of the prosecutor. Other changes include clarifying the roles of the general councilor and secretary-general. The absolutist nature of Vatican City remains unchanged, with the Pope holding executive, legislative, and judicial powers.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Poland Tightens Border Security, Urges Spain to Follow Suit

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced that Poland has strengthened its asylum laws, border procedures, and constructed effective barriers on its border with Belarus, which serves as the eastern border of the EU. The country has invested billions of euros and deployed thousands of soldiers, police officers, and border guards to secure the border. Tusk has advised Spain to follow Poland's example to preserve the Schengen area.
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  13. PoliticsMiddle East

    Remembering the 1929 Hebron Massacre

    Today marks the 97th anniversary of the Hebron Massacre, where 67 Jews were brutally murdered by Arab rioters in 1929. The attack, which took place on Shabbat, targeted a Jewish settlement of around 800 people, including children and elders. A third of the victims were students at the Yeshivat Hebron - Kiryat Arba who were murdered while learning inside the yeshiva. The massacre led to the temporary end of centuries of continuous Jewish life in Hebron. The hatred behind this event continues to fuel terrorism against Israelis today.
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  14. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Italy Closes Borders with Spain Amid Migrant Crisis in Ceuta

    The Italian Ministry of the Interior has ordered the closure of maritime and air borders with Spain following a migrant crisis in Ceuta. The decision was made after analyzing information presented at a meeting of the Immigration and Border Security Analysis Committee, chaired by Minister Matteo Piantedosi. Italy has also agreed with France to strengthen controls at their terrestrial border.
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    NATO Plans to Boost Nuclear Deterrence in Europe Amid Russian Threats

    NATO is working on plans to strengthen its nuclear deterrence in Europe due to threats from Russia. Options include deploying additional US nuclear weapons, potentially in countries like Poland, Finland, and Lithuania. Experts suggest deploying 100-150 more non-strategic nuclear weapons, as Russia has a significant lead in this area. The alliance aims to ensure it can respond to any nuclear attack. The plans mainly concern non-strategic nuclear weapons intended for use against military targets near the battlefield.
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  24. WorldCivil RightsMiddle East

    CJN Bans Use of 'Barrister' Title by Lawyers

    The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has directed lawyers, court officials, and other personnel to stop using the title 'Barrister' as a name prefix at the Supreme Court, effective immediately. The directive aims to uphold professional standards within the apex court. The CJN described the practice as inappropriate and inconsistent with expected professionalism.
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