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Middle East news — August 16, 2026 - Page 6

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 16, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 6 of 8.

181 publications

  2. SportsMiddle EastNorth America

    Bangladesh Secures Historic Test Win Against Australia

    Bangladesh secured a stunning nine-wicket victory over Australia in the first Test in Darwin, marking their first win on Australian soil and only their second victory against the top-ranked Australians. Mehidy Hasan Miraz played a pivotal role, scoring a vital half-century in Bangladesh's first innings and taking five wickets in Australia's second innings. Australia, who won the toss and elected to bat, managed only 198 in their first innings, while Bangladesh posted 426, taking a commanding 228-run lead. Despite Cameron Green's century, Australia could not overcome the deficit, leading to Bangladesh's historic triumph.
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  3. WorldBillLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Russian Strikes Target Ukrainian Defense Industry and Infrastructure

    The Russian Ministry of Defense has reported strikes on several key defense industry facilities in Ukraine. The targets include the Fire Point enterprise in Kyiv, which produces components for 'Flamingo' missiles, as well as enterprises 'Kyiv-111' and UKR DEFENCE. Other targets hit include the Kremenchuk oil refinery, metalworking shops in Kryvyi Rih, and a military cargo ship in the port of Odesa.
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  11. TechMiddle EastSoftwareHardware

    Dortmund Offers €25.5M for PAOK's Giannis Konstantelias

    Borussia Dortmund is reportedly ready to offer €25.5 million for Greek international Giannis Konstantelias of PAOK Thessaloniki. The Westphalians have made contact with the 23-year-old attacking midfielder/left winger, with a €3 million annual salary discussed. BVB scout David Blacha assessed Konstantelias in a Europa League qualifier. Other names linked include Abde Ezzalzouli and Alberto Moleiro.
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  13. WorldRegulatorsTalksMiddle East

    UAE Vows to Protect Navigation Rights Despite Tanker Attacks

    Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the UAE President, has repeatedly stated that the UAE will not be deterred from its balanced policy based on deterrence, diplomacy, and commitment to international law despite the repeated targeting of ADNOC and Aramco tankers. The UAE will defend its sovereignty, protect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and prioritize diplomatic options while working to enhance a unified Gulf position.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Icelanders to Vote on Restarting EU Negotiations

    On August 29, Icelanders will vote in a referendum to decide whether to restart negotiations on joining the European Union (EU). The poll, sparked by tensions and misinformation, comes as Iceland faces strategic challenges due to the war in Ukraine and increased international competition in the Arctic. A recent Gallup poll shows a dead heat between 'yes' and 'no' voters, with the outcome likely to be decided by the 8% of undecided voters.
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  16. PoliticsLocal GovCivil RightsMiddle East

    Kerala Government Makes National Anthem Compulsory, Not Vande Mataram, on Independence Day

    The Kerala government has made it compulsory to sing only the National Anthem during Independence Day celebrations, not Vande Mataram. Health and Devaswom Minister K Muraleedharan clarified that any patriotic song can be sung instead, and the singing of Vande Mataram was not stopped out of disrespect but due to it being turned into a controversy. He also addressed the reorganisation of the KPCC and the absence of Chief Minister V D Satheesan at an event.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Heavy Rain Causes Flooding and Landslide in Tbilisi

    Tbilisi, Georgia experienced severe flooding and a landslide on August 15, 2026, due to heavy rain. Streets, basements, and metro stations were flooded, with 'Rustaveli' and 'Vaja-Pshavela' stations submerged. A landslide in the Nadzaladevi district damaged a residential building, but no casualties were reported. Tamarashvili Avenue was particularly affected, and floodwater damaged a gas pipeline in the Saburtalo district, leading to the evacuation of residents.
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  24. PoliticsGovernanceMiddle East

    Anwar Announces Pre-Budget Reforms

    Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced upcoming pre-budget reforms, with initial details to be released tomorrow. The reforms will cover policy changes, internal PH issues, Unity Government cooperation, and national programs. Anwar acknowledged communication weaknesses and committed to improving administration and fighting corruption. He also emphasized the importance of translating economic growth into improved living standards for the people.
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