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Middle East news — August 11, 2026 - Page 5

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 11, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 7.

145 publications

  1. WorldMiddle East

    New Traffic Law in Montenegro: Stricter Penalties, Increased Enforcement

    Montenegro's new Law on Road Safety has come into force, introducing stricter penalties and increased enforcement. In the first 48 hours, 1,320 violations were recorded, with 48 drivers arrested, mostly for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The new law aims to reduce serious traffic accidents by raising traffic culture and protecting all road users, especially young drivers who face new restrictions. Police will continue to enforce these rules through enhanced patrols using drones and other modern technical means.
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  2. PoliticsIndictmentMiddle EastConflict

    Russia Opens Terrorism Case After Ukraine Strikes in Nizhnekamsk

    The Investigative Committee of Russia has opened a criminal case of terrorism following drone attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on industrial and civilian facilities in Nizhnekamsk. According to the latest data, 13 people have died, including a child, and over 30 have been injured. Margarita Simonyan has asked those in need of assistance to contact her on the @margaritasimonyan channel.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    EAEU Unifies E-commerce Customs Rules by 2027

    Leaders of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) have set a target date of 2027 for the rollout of new e-commerce customs rules. Starting January 1, 2027, the electronic commerce rules will be unified within the EAEU. The new regulation for external electronic trade will come into force on the same date, following the final ratification certificate's receipt by the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). The changes to the Customs Code of the EAEU have already been ratified by Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. The main innovation of the amendments is the separate categorization of goods for sale in the external electronic commerce sector and the determination of their specific regulation.
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  5. WorldMiddle East

    Strait of Hormuz Shipping Traffic Plummets Amid US-Iran Tensions

    Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has significantly decreased due to ongoing tensions between the US and Iran. On Monday, only 6 vessels passed through the strait, a significant drop from the pre-war average of 130-140 ships per day. The decrease comes as Iran demands the lifting of US maritime siege and the withdrawal of American forces from around Iran as conditions for reopening the Hormuz. US President Donald Trump has laid out his own demands, including compensation for people killed in wars and attacks. The security situation has deteriorated, with Iran determined to control vessels and the Houthis threatening Saudi-linked shipments in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    FSB Detains Ukrainian Agent Planning Terrorist Act in Kherson Region

    The FSB has detained a Russian citizen in Skadovsk, Kherson region, who was planning a terrorist act against Russian military on orders from Ukrainian special services. The suspect was recruited via Telegram and had a remote-controlled bomb disguised as a power bank with over 200 grams of explosives. He confessed to his guilt and is cooperating with the investigation.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Power Outages in Montenegro: Planned Work Causes Temporary Disruptions

    Due to planned network maintenance, various parts of Montenegro will experience power outages on August 10 and 11. The affected areas include Podgorica, Nikšić, Zeta, Cetinje, Danilovgrad, Plužine, Bar, Kotor, Berane, Andrijevica, Plav, Petnjica, Rožaje, Bijelo Polje, Mojkovac, Kolašin, Pljevlja, and Žabljak. The outages will last for several hours during the day, with specific timings provided for each location.
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  12. TechMiddle East

    Baby Shark Boy Makes K-pop Debut at 17

    Park Geon-roung, the child performer known as 'Baby Shark Boy' in South Korea, is set to make his K-pop debut on August 20 at the age of 17. He will release his first digital single titled 'WAVE', featuring lyrics co-written by him and Joohoney of Monsta X. This marks a significant step for the global Baby Shark phenomenon, which began with a viral video in 2016 and has since spawned a franchise including a TV series, apps, books, and toys.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Kazakh Scientists Develop Technology for Producing Marble Mutton

    Scientists at the Kazakh Research Institute of Processing and Food Industry have developed a technology for producing marble mutton using Kazakh fine wool sheep. The new development allows for the production of meat with increased intramuscular fat content, reaching 4-6 percent compared to traditional methods (2-3 percent), giving the meat a pronounced marble effect and improved tenderness, juiciness, and flavor. The technology is based on an intensive rearing and fattening system for lambs, using a special balanced cereal-based compound feed. It also improves animal slaughter performance and increases the meat's commercial value for export.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaRobotics

    US Invests $400M in Australian Scandium Project to Counter China

    The U.S. Department of Defense is investing $400 million in Australia's Syerston scandium project, aiming to reduce dependence on Chinese-controlled critical mineral supplies. The project, led by Sunrise Energy Metals, is set to produce 60 tonnes of scandium annually, nearly matching the current global output. Scandium is crucial for strengthening aluminum alloys used in aerospace, defense, and 5G/6G technology. Lockheed Martin has already secured 25% of the mine's output for its first five years.
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  17. PoliticsLocal GovAsiaMiddle East

    High-Level Committee Assesses Demographic Changes in Jammu

    A High-Level Committee on Demographic Change, headed by retired Justice Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar, visited Jammu for three days to assess unnatural population shifts and the demographic impact due to settlement of illegal immigrants like Rohingyas and Bangladeshis in the region. The committee interacted with top administration officials and other stakeholders, including the Kashmiri Pandit community. The visit aimed to examine how population imbalances have occurred and how they might compromise national security.
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  19. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Parliament Deadlock Over Opposition's Demands, Jharkhand Student Protests

    The Monsoon Session of Parliament has been disrupted due to a deadlock between the government and Opposition parties. The Opposition, led by the Congress, has been demanding a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police action against students protesting in Delhi on June 20. The government has agreed to a statement from Shah, but the Opposition continues to press for more. Meanwhile, protests and slogans against Shah have repeatedly disrupted both Houses of Parliament. Key bills involving women's reservation, delimitation, and the FCRA remain uncertain due to the disruptions. Additionally, BJP MPs have been protesting against police action on students during a 'Vidhan Sabha Gherao' march in Jharkhand, with Rahul Gandhi being targeted for his alleged double standards.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastEarthStorms

    Heavy Rain and Storm Warnings Across Turkey

    The General Directorate of Meteorology has issued warnings for heavy rain and storms across various regions in Turkey. Heavy local rain and thunderstorms are expected in the northeastern parts of Rize, Artvin, Kars, Ardahan, and Erzurum. Strong winds are predicted in the western parts of Marmara and the northern coasts of the Aegean Sea. Temperatures in the southern regions are expected to be above seasonal norms.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsTrialProtestMiddle East

    Russian Attack on Zaporizhzhia: Six Dead, Dozens Injured

    Russian forces launched a massive attack on Zaporizhzhia using rockets and guided aerial bombs, resulting in six fatalities and at least 52 injuries. The strike damaged residential and non-residential buildings, causing power outages and fires. The attack was part of a larger wave of strikes across Ukraine, with over 900 attacks recorded in the Zaporizhzhia region alone.
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