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Middle East news — August 14, 2026 - Page 5

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 14, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 7.

157 publications

  2. WorldPolicyMiddle EastNorth America

    US and Japan Plan World's Deepest Undersea Mine to Challenge China

    The United States and Japan are planning the world's deepest undersea mine to extract rare earths and challenge China's dominance in the industry. The mine, to be built near Japan's Minami-Torishima island, targets deep-sea deposits that could meet centuries' worth of industrial demand. The project is technically risky, geopolitically sensitive, and could provoke China. Commercial production is unlikely before 2028.
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  3. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    Myanmar Fraud Companies Relocate Amidst Military Pressure

    Under pressure from the Myanmar military, many fraud companies operating in the border town of Muse have moved to the 105-mile area, controlled by three ethnic armed organizations. Some Chinese-run fraud companies are also present, with armed forces providing security. The military and local forces have been raiding and arresting these companies recently due to pressure from China.
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  8. PoliticsLawAppointmentsMiddle EastChina

    Zelensky Struggles to Appoint New Ukrainian Ambassador to the US

    Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is facing difficulties in appointing a new ambassador to the US, with potential candidates hesitant due to challenging working conditions under the Trump administration. The position has been vacant since the dismissal of Olga Stefaniyshyna, and influential politicians are reportedly deterred by the unpredictability of US policy and lack of sufficient freedom of action. The delay in appointment could have serious diplomatic risks for Ukraine, as the US remains a key partner and decisions made in Washington directly affect Ukraine's security and negotiations with Russia.
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  18. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastHealthcare

    Over 11 Million Books Destroyed in Wildberries Warehouse Attacks

    More than 11 million books have been destroyed due to Ukrainian military attacks on Wildberries warehouses, according to multiple sources. Mostly lost are fiction, children's, and popular science literature. Notable books destroyed include 'Fahrenheit 451' by Ray Bradbury, 'The ABC' by Nadya Zhukova, and the new edition of the Russian Constitution. The incident has been described as a significant blow to the Russian book industry.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastUkraineEarthquake

    Health Crisis in Ceuta: Migrant Influx Leads to Disease Outbreaks

    Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, is facing a severe health crisis due to an influx of migrants. The city's healthcare system is overwhelmed, with reports of tuberculosis, cholera, measles, scabies, and infectious diarrheal diseases spreading rapidly. Unsanitary conditions, including open defecation on beaches, have contributed to the outbreak. Residents report fear of sexual assaults and children being kept at home to avoid contact with migrants. The situation has been described as a 'time bomb' by local medical professionals.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Russian Strikes on Ukrainian Ports and Military Infrastructure

    The Russian military has carried out a series of strikes on Ukrainian ports and military infrastructure, targeting fuel bases, naval forces, and port infrastructure used by the Ukrainian military. The strikes were conducted using high-precision air-based weapons and long-range drones. In response to these attacks, Ukrainian forces struck Russian military facilities in Crimea, including the control tower of the 'Saki' airport and a relay station used to control attack UAVs.
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  24. WorldMiddle EastConflictHealthcare

    Russian Drone Strikes Kill Civilians in Ukraine

    Russian drone strikes have killed civilians in Ukraine, including children. In Kyiv region, a three-year-old boy named Dmytro and his grandparents were killed when six Russian drones hit their home in Pushcha-Vodytska. In Sumy region, a nine-year-old boy and his mother were killed when Russians attacked their private house with two reactive drones. The strikes have also injured several others.
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