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Middle East news — August 6, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 6, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

138 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Woman Drowns While Saving Friend in Malia

    A Dutch tourist, approximately 40 years old, drowned while trying to save her friend who was struggling in the sea near Malia, Crete. The tragedy occurred in front of three minor children, two under the age of five and one approximately 15 years old, who were on a rented inflatable speedboat with the women. The woman's friend managed to be saved, but she lost consciousness and died despite immediate rescue efforts. The incident is being investigated.
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  4. WorldBillMiddle EastChina

    EU Tightens Rules for Ukrainian Men Seeking Temporary Protection

    From August 5, the European Union has tightened rules for Ukrainian men seeking temporary protection. Men of conscription age must now prove they have fulfilled their military obligations or have been legally exempted from them to receive temporary protection. This change comes as Ukraine's defense needs evolve. The new rules apply to new applicants and do not affect those already enjoying temporary protection in EU countries.
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    U.S. Sanctions Cuban Military Officials and Entities Over Arms Imports

    The U.S. Department of State announced sanctions against five entities and eight Cuban officials for their involvement in acquiring foreign military equipment. The sanctioned entities include Tecnoimport, Duna S.A., Unión de Industria Militar (UIM), Yuri Gagarin Military Industrial Enterprise, and Tecnotex. The officials include Minister of Armed Forces Álvaro López Miera, First Deputy Minister of the Minfar Roberto Legrá Sotolongo, and military attachés in Russia and China.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Slovakia Breaks Temperature Records Amid Extreme Heat Wave

    Slovakia is experiencing an extreme heat wave, with temperatures reaching record-breaking highs. On August 6, 2026, the country recorded its highest-ever temperature of 42.2 degrees Celsius in Dolné Plachtince, breaking the previous record of 41.4 degrees Celsius set just a day earlier in Kamenica nad Hronom. This is the second consecutive day that Slovakia has broken its temperature record. The heat wave has also brought increased risk of fires and storms, with authorities issuing warnings.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Argentina Won't Retaliate After Brazil Downgrades Diplomatic Ties

    Argentina has decided not to take any measures against Brazil following the downgrade in diplomatic relations between the two countries. This decision comes after Brazil reduced its diplomatic ties with Argentina due to President Javier Milei's recent remarks calling Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva 'socialist trash'. Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno stated that Buenos Aires will not escalate the dispute and will not retaliate against Brazil's decision.
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  11. WorldMiddle East

    King Felipe VI Meets Ceuta President Amid Migration Crisis

    King Felipe VI will receive Juan Jesús Vivas, the President of Ceuta, at the Marivent Palace in Palma de Mallorca on Thursday to discuss the migration crisis in the autonomous city. The King has been closely following the situation and has maintained contact with Vivas and other leaders. The meeting comes after thousands of migrants entered Ceuta last week, leading to a humanitarian and political crisis. The King has expressed his concern and indignation over the events and has called for measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
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  12. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann Targeted by Russian Disinformation

    French politician Raphaël Glucksmann, a member of the European Parliament and potential candidate for the 2027 French presidential election, has been targeted by a disinformation operation attributed to a pro-Russian network. The operation, which Glucksmann described as an attempt at 'destabilization,' involved the creation of fake accounts and the dissemination of false information. The French government is preparing new legislation to combat foreign digital interference in elections.
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    Abelardo de la Espriella's Inauguration in Cali

    Abelardo de la Espriella, Colombia's newly elected president, will take office on August 7 in Cali, breaking tradition by not doing so in Bogotá. The event will be a symbol of decentralization and support for the military and police forces in the southwest region affected by guerrilla violence and drug trafficking. De la Espriella expects the inauguration to bring economic benefits to Cali, with approximately 6,000 visitors including heads of state, diplomatic delegations, and entrepreneurs. Security measures are being tightened in anticipation of the event.
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  18. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Turkey's National Security Council Focuses on 'Terror-Free Turkey' Process

    President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan chaired the National Security Council (MGK) meeting in Beştepe with the 'Terror-Free Turkey' process as the main agenda item. The council discussed the new 'Turkey without terrorism' bill, current anti-terrorism operations, and the disarmament process of the Kurdish political-military organization PKK. The meeting also reviewed progress towards a 'Terror-Free Region', evaluated the fight against FETÖ, and addressed regional and international issues such as the South Caucasus, Middle East diplomacy, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition Begins

    Under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the 46th King Abdulaziz International Competition for the Holy Quran memorization, recitation, and interpretation will commence tomorrow, Thursday, 23 Safar 1448 AH. This event, organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, will take place from 23 Safar to 6 Rabi' al-Awwal 1448 AH, with the participation of 334 competitors from 133 countries, marking the largest participation in the history of the competition.
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  21. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionTrialMiddle East

    Drunk Pole Attacks Ukrainians and Fellow Citizens in Racially Motivated Assaults

    A 37-year-old Polish man, driving under the influence without a license, attacked a Ukrainian pedestrian and two Polish men in Gdansk, mistaking them for Ukrainians. He used racist slurs, 'Banderovtsy', and injured one of the Polish victims severely enough to break his hand. The attacker was arrested, charged with causing bodily harm, using racist slurs, and driving under the influence. He faces up to 7.5 years in prison for hooliganism.
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  22. WorldBillMiddle East

    China Calls for International Support to Revive Afghanistan's Economy to Combat Terrorism

    Sun Lee, acting representative of China at the United Nations, emphasized the importance of reviving Afghanistan's economy and improving the living conditions of its people to reduce instability and eliminate terrorist breeding grounds. He called on the international community, Central Asian countries, and regional organizations like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization to strengthen cooperation with Afghanistan in addressing transnational security challenges. Sun Lee also urged current Afghan officials to fulfill their counterterrorism commitments and prevent the use of Afghan territory for terrorist activities.
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