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Middle East news — August 10, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 10, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 8.

171 publications

  2. WorldMiddle East

    Cambodia's Struggling Online Workers Share Experiences

    Three individuals, having spent a year working in Cambodia, share their experiences of job-hopping, financial struggles, and personal challenges. Despite arriving with clear goals and high motivation, they found themselves barely making ends meet, resorting to drugs as coping mechanisms, and questioning the monotony of their daily work. They estimate losing around $800 in living expenses alone during their job-hopping. Many of their peers have been away from home for years, spending earnings on gambling and women.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Ukraine Strikes Russian Air Defense Systems and Ships

    Ukrainian forces have conducted a series of strikes against Russian air defense systems and ships. The most significant target was an S-400 air defense system in Gelendzhik, which was hit by Ukrainian drones. The strike occurred near Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence on the Black Sea coast. In addition to the S-400, four other Russian air defense targets were hit: a Tor system in Podov, a Pantsir-S1 in Yeisk, and two radar stations in Golovatovka and Latonovo, all in the Rostov region. Ukrainian drones also struck an oil tanker and two cargo ships in the Black Sea.
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  5. SportsMiddle EastIsraelHockey

    Russian Gymnasts Face Visa Issues Ahead of European Championships

    Russian gymnasts, including Olympic champion Angelina Melnikova and Victoria Listunova, have faced visa issues ahead of the European Championships in Croatia. Initially, nine members of the team were refused visas due to insufficient justification for the purpose of their stay. However, Croatia later revised its decision, allowing four gymnasts, including Melnikova and Kalmykova, to participate. The incident has raised questions about equal conditions for participants in qualifying competitions.
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  6. WorldMiddle East

    Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker Visits Turkey

    Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker is making an official visit to Turkey on August 10, 2026, at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The visit will cover bilateral relations, economic cooperation, geopolitical challenges such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine, security issues, and migration. Stocker will be accompanied by Infrastructure Minister Peter Hanke and the Vice President of the Austrian Economic Chamber.
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  8. PoliticsBillWarMiddle EastBudget

    Iranian President Meets Supreme Leader to Discuss Economic and Military Issues

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei to discuss economic and military issues in the country. The meeting, which took place around the start of Pezeshkian's third year in office, covered topics such as managing resources, foreign currency, energy expenditures, and economic relations with foreign countries. The two leaders also discussed the current state and future outlook of the ongoing war, military developments, and meeting people's basic needs.
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  10. WorldBillMiddle East

    Meloni and Danish PM: No to Uncontrolled Immigration

    Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen have jointly expressed their opposition to uncontrolled immigration in a series of social media posts. They emphasized the negative impacts of illegal immigration on European societies, including increased crime rates and pressure on public services. The two leaders called for concrete actions such as setting up repatriation centers in third countries and respecting European values. They also criticized Spain's migration policies and led an open letter to EU institutions calling for coordinated action against illegal immigration.
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  14. WorldMiddle East

    KFOR Integrates Kosovo Police into Security Structure at Visoki Decani Monastery

    KFOR has initiated the gradual integration of Kosovo Police into its security structure at the Visoki Decani Monastery. This process is being carried out due to the improved security situation in Kosovo and is part of KFOR's optimization efforts. The integration will be done in close coordination with various stakeholders, including representatives of the Serbian Orthodox Church, Kosovo institutions, and international organizations. KFOR remains committed to maintaining security and safety for all local communities and continues to fulfill its UN mandate.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Active Fires in North Macedonia

    In North Macedonia, 25 fires were reported in a day, with two still active. One fire is in Gornji Lisica, affecting low vegetation, trees, and corn. Another fire broke out at the exit from Kriva Palanka, burning a landfill. A third fire in Zelenikovo has been brought under control. The Center for Crisis Management (CUCK) reports three active fires, two under control, and two extinguished, affecting various locations including Štip, Macedonian Brode, Negotino, Kriva Palanka, Delchevo, and Novaci.
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  18. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastEarth

    Taiwan Simulates Chinese Assault, Slows Mobile Internet in Annual War Games

    Taiwan's military staged annual war games simulating a Chinese assault on the Penghu Islands, including a first-time test of slowing mobile internet speeds to mimic communication disruption during an attack or natural disaster. The exercises, held under escalating tension with China, also involved air raid drills and tested civilian preparedness.
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  19. PoliticsBillMiddle East

    Hamas Commits to Gaza Roadmap, Expects US Pressure on Netanyahu

    Hamas leader Bassem Naim stated that the movement remains committed to the 15-point Gaza roadmap agreed with representatives of the U.S.-led Board of Peace in Cairo. He urged the US and mediators to pressure Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to adhere to the roadmap, despite Netanyahu's rejection. Hamas expects a meeting in Cairo with Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and the US to pressure Israel's implementation of the agreement.
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  20. PoliticsLegislationRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    New Party MP Enginyurt Vows 'No' Vote on Framework Law, Calls It 'Giving a Badge to a Terrorist'

    New Party Istanbul MP Cemal Enginyurt has announced his intention to vote 'no' on the upcoming framework law proposal. In a series of statements, he criticized the government for what he sees as a destruction of democracy and a political path being opened for terrorists. He also slammed the Chief Prosecutor's request for an investigation into his speech from the parliamentary rostrum, stating that it makes the path to parliament visible for PKK members. Enginyurt described the situation as 'giving a badge to a terrorist' and not 'Terror-Free Turkey'.
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  21. WorldMiddle East

    UN Envoy Warns of Escalation in Yemen as Houthis Attack Mokha

    The UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, has expressed deep concern over recent Houthi attacks on the city of Mokha. These attacks have resulted in civilian and military casualties, damaged infrastructure, and put civilians at grave risk in Mokha, Marib, and beyond. Grundberg warns that these attacks sharply increase the risk of a return to full-scale conflict in Yemen and calls on all parties to exercise maximum restraint and take steps to de-escalate. He emphasizes that the conflict can only be resolved through an inclusive political process.
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