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Middle East news — August 12, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 7.

161 publications

  1. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Albanians Demand Rama's Resignation in Mass Protests

    Albanians have been protesting for over two months in Tirana, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. The marches, which started on day 72, have seen a significant presence of Albanian diaspora joining in. Protesters, including those from the diaspora, have been chanting slogans like 'Albania demands revolution!', 'Rama resign!', and 'Down with communists!'. The protests have been ongoing for 85 days as of now.
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  2. WorldMiddle EastEarthWeather

    Presidenta Delcy Rodríguez Delivers Rehabilitated Homes in Caracas After Earthquake

    Presidenta Delcy Rodríguez delivered 102 rehabilitated homes to families affected by the double earthquake of June 24 in Caracas. The homes, benefiting 403 people, were part of the Plan Venezuela Renace. Rodríguez visited four buildings in San Bernardino and announced new constructions. The Venezuela Rises Plan has intervened 13,796 homes and attended to more than 66,000 people in seven states.
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  7. PoliticsCorruptionConstitutionMiddle East

    Ukraine: Commander-in-Chief Removes Zakarpattia OTSC Leader Amid Human Rights Violations

    The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has removed the leader of the Zakarpattia Territorial Defense Forces and Special Service (OTSC) following numerous human rights violations and corruption risks documented in his activities. The Ombudsman, Dmitry Lubinets, had publicly raised these issues and faced attempts to silence him and fabricate criminal cases against his employees. Lubinets welcomed the removal as a specific response to the problem.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Total Solar Eclipse and Perseid Meteor Shower Visible in Russia

    A total solar eclipse was visible in various regions of Russia, including Murmansk, Arkhangelsk, Pskov, Petrozavodsk, St. Petersburg, and Kaliningrad. After sunset, Russians could observe the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, with up to 100-120 meteors per hour expected. This rare celestial event drew attention from astronomy enthusiasts and social media users, sharing stunning photos. The next solar eclipse will occur in February 2027 but will not be visible in Russia.
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  10. PoliticsCorruptionInvestigationMiddle East

    Screenwriter Pavel Tetersky Leaves Russia After Arrest and Alleged Fabricated Charges

    Pavel Tetersky, co-author of the novel 'More Ben' and screenwriter of series like 'Trotsky' and 'Good Person', left Russia after being released from administrative arrest. He was initially detained for 12 days on a minor hooliganism charge, with law enforcement alleging he kicked trash cans while intoxicated. However, Tetersky and his lawyer claim the charges were fabricated. Before his arrest, law enforcement officers conducted a multi-hour search of his apartment without finding any illegal items. During his detention, Tetersky was accused of 'actions of a terrorist nature' and forced to sign a commitment not to commit crimes against Russia's security. Tetersky believes law enforcement may have 'made a mistake' in targeting him.
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  11. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Swedish PM Criticizes Spain's Mass Migrant Legalization

    Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has criticized Spain's mass legalization of migrants, warning that it could lead to another migrant crisis like the one in 2015. Kristersson, who is running for reelection, said the Spanish government's amnesty for over a million illegal immigrants has caused outrage among EU leaders. He believes this move could pose a serious threat to the Schengen Area, Europe's free movement zone. Kristersson has told Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez that he disapproves of the move, stating that it sends the wrong message to people outside Europe and could encourage further illegal entries.
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  12. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Babylon Bee Sues New Mexico Over Law Requiring AI Disclaimers on Political Satire

    The Babylon Bee, a Christian satire news site, has filed a lawsuit against New Mexico officials over a state law requiring AI disclaimers on political content, including parody and satire. The Bee argues that the law violates their fundamental free speech rights and due process. The lawsuit claims that the disclaimer requirement alters the content of their satire and destroys its intent. The Bee is represented by Alliance Defending Freedom and seeks injunctions preventing enforcement of the law.
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  13. CultureMiddle East

    Audrey Werro Focuses on European Championships Medal, Not World Record

    Swiss runner Audrey Werro aims for a medal at the European Championships in Birmingham, not the world record in the 800m. She has the fastest time this year but doesn't want to push for the record set by Jarmila Kratochvilova in 1983. Werro previously won the Diamond League Stockholm race, beating Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson. The 800m event is expected to be tough with strong competition from Hodgkinson and Dutch runner Femke Bol.
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  14. PoliticsCorruptionIndictmentProtestMiddle East

    Haddad Denies Sharing Stage with Drug Trafficker's Sister

    In a heated exchange during the Governor of São Paulo debate, Tarcísio de Freitas (Republicanos) accused Fernando Haddad (PT) of sharing a stage with the sister of a drug trafficker in Favela do Moinho. Haddad denied the accusation, stating that no such event occurred and that Freitas was lying. The incident was widely reported last year, with many questioning how the president's team allowed a drug trafficking suspect to share the stage with high-ranking government officials.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Partial Solar Eclipse Visible in Ukraine on August 12

    A partial solar eclipse was visible in Ukraine on August 12, 2026, with the Moon covering up to 43.5% of the Sun's disc in the western regions. In Kyiv, the eclipse was barely noticeable, with only about 2.7% coverage. The phenomenon lasted around nine minutes, from approximately 20:14 to 20:23, with the maximum phase around 20:18. This was the first total solar eclipse in continental Europe since 1999.
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  16. PoliticsRegulatorsIndictmentMiddle East

    Yemen Vows to Maintain Naval Blockade on Saudi Arabia

    The Yemeni government has reiterated its commitment to blocking Saudi maritime navigation. Spokesman Dr. Omar Al-Bakheit stated that the Yemeni army is serious about the naval blockade on Saudi navigation, and this position will not be withdrawn. Yemen addresses Saudi Arabia, urging it to stop the oppressive siege against the people of Yemen instead of complaining about targeted ships. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs encourages the Saudi regime to take a brave decision to stop the aggression, lift the siege, and end all unauthorized activities in Yemen.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Large-Scale Inspections in Golden Triangle Special Zone Against Reported Apartments

    Starting from August 12, inspections are being conducted within the Golden Triangle Special Zone targeting reported apartments. Lao PDR Police, Lao PDR Public Security, and Chinese undercover officers are conducting surprise checks using facial scanning machines to verify the presence of office equipment and complete documentation. The inspections will last until August 17 and target locations with previous reports, including Dongqing Waterfront, Jinui Bay, Meilang Bay, Feng Huang City, among others. Some property management companies have been notified and are conducting internal checks. Residents are advised to pay attention to safety during this time.
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  21. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Ukraine: Residents Urged to Prepare for Winter Power, Water Outages

    Ukrainian residents, particularly those in major cities like Kyiv, are advised to prepare for potential water and electricity shortages during the upcoming heating season. MP Bogdan Kitsak and energy expert Yuriy Korolchuk warn that outages could last for extended periods, with some areas facing up to 14-15 hours of daily power cuts. Kyiv's administration is preparing evacuation lists for vulnerable citizens. Residents are encouraged to assess their capabilities, stock up on supplies, and consider alternative living arrangements to reduce strain on urban energy systems.
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  22. WorldBillMiddle East

    Zelenskyy Reveals Joint Plan with Partners to End War with Russia

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has disclosed that Ukraine and its international partners have a joint plan to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin into ending the war. Zelenskyy stated that while Putin does not want to stop the war, he will be forced to do so through this plan. The strategy involves putting pressure on Putin and potentially bringing the war back to Russia's territory to make Russian society feel the consequences, thereby influencing their government.
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