Lay’s New Year Flavors in Russia
Lay’s is set to release three festive flavors in Russian stores for the New Year: 'Red caviar and butter', 'Chicken with teriyaki sauce', and 'Lamb with fragrant herbs'.5 sourcesSee all sources
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Middle East news — August 17, 2026 - Page 2
Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 17, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.
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Reform UK Proposes Benefits Ban for EU Citizens
Reform UK has proposed a ban on most benefits for foreign nationals, including EU citizens with settled status in the UK. This would require renegotiating the UK's Brexit deal and could potentially strip British expats living in the EU of similar rights.25 sourcesSee all sourcesNational Lottery of Panama: Sunday Extraordinary Draw Results
The National Lottery of Panama held its Extraordinary Draw on Sunday, August 16. The draw took place at 3:00 PM and was broadcast live on Telemetro and RPC Television. The first prize reached $95,000, composed of a base prize of $20,000 plus $75,000 for series and numbers. The second prize was up to $18,000, with $8,000 in base prize and $10,000 for series and numbers. The third prize offered up to $10,500, distributed in $3,000 in base prize and $7,500 for series and numbers.7 sourcesSee all sourcesRussia Shoots Down 822 Ukrainian Drones
Russian air defense forces shot down 822 Ukrainian drones overnight. The drones were intercepted over various Russian regions including Vladimir, Volgograd, Rяzan, Tambov, Tula, the Moscow region, and the Azov and Black seas. This is reportedly the largest drone attack on Russia since the beginning of the year.62 sourcesSee all sourcesUkraine's Patriot Missiles Running Short
Ukraine is facing a critical shortage of Patriot missiles, with some launchers idle for up to six weeks. CNN reports that Ukraine has virtually exhausted its stockpile of interceptors for American Patriot systems, making the systems useless without missiles. The global shortage of these interceptors, exacerbated by their extensive use in other conflicts like the US and Israel vs Iran war, is contributing to this issue. Ukraine needs around 5% of the US stockpile to ensure adequate protection for the upcoming winter but currently has only about 1%.31 sourcesSee all sourcesCorgi Race Vilnius 2026: American Corgi GG Takes Top Honors
Over 150 corgis from nine countries participated in the fifth annual Corgi Race Vilnius, held in Lithuania's capital. The event featured races, agility challenges, costume contests, and competitions for the 'best nose' and loudest bark. American corgi 'GG' won the main running event, while other winners included Latvian corgis Tora and Rusty for 'best nose' and Mr. Corgington for loudest bark. The event drew thousands of spectators and is considered the biggest edition yet.16 sourcesSee all sourcesTinubu Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Election Victory
President Bola Tinubu congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his victory in the Osun governorship election. Adeleke secured 511,067 votes, defeating his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji, who polled 444,815 votes. Tinubu reportedly called Adeleke to congratulate him even before the final result was announced. Adeleke expressed gratitude to Tinubu and expected a congratulatory call from Oyebamiji.23 sourcesSee all sourcesExtortion Surges in Mexico, Reaching 11-Year High
Extortion in Mexico has reached its highest level in 11 years, with 6,562 cases registered in the first half of 2026, a 9.17% increase from 2025. The Confederation of Mexican Business (Coparmex) reports that 97% of cases go unreported. Extortion is the only crime that increased during this period, while others like homicide and kidnapping decreased. Coparmex urges stronger enforcement of the General Law for Preventing, Investigating, and Punishing Extortion Offenses.3 sourcesSee all sourcesPhilippines Floods: 23 Dead, Over 5M Affected by Heavy Rains and Tropical Storms
Heavy rains and tropical storms in the Philippines have resulted in at least 23 deaths, with over 5 million people affected. The storms triggered floods and landslides, damaging roads, bridges, and agricultural areas, and displacing thousands of people. The capital Manila was flooded, with many families relocating to temporary shelters on higher ground.6 sourcesSee all sourcesOssoff Targets Trump's Relationship with Aide Natalie Harp
Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff sparked controversy by criticizing President Trump's closeness with his aide Natalie Harp during a rally. Ossoff accused Trump of neglecting his duties to 'travel with Natalie,' implying an inappropriate relationship. The White House responded defensively, with Communications Director Steven Cheung calling Ossoff a 'cuck loser.' The incident has reignited speculation about Trump's relationship with Harp, with some suggesting it may be inappropriate.11 sourcesSee all sourcesUkrainian MiG-29 Destroys Russian UAV Base
A Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet has successfully targeted and destroyed a Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operators' base in the eastern region using precision aerial bombs. The strike was confirmed by the Ukrainian Air Force.3 sourcesSee all sourcesChecking Exit Restrictions: A Guide to the Immigration Bureau 12367 Mini-Program
To check if you might be restricted from exiting the country, use the 'Immigration Bureau 12367' mini-program. Open it, enter 'Chinese Citizen Services', complete facial recognition, and query your entry and exit records for the past ten years. If the query page appears in gray, it's likely that there is a restriction on your exit. Users planning to go abroad are advised to check in advance to avoid inconvenience at the border.8 sourcesSee all sourcesRussian Strikes Hit Two Cargo Ships in Ukrainian Ports
The Russian military has struck two cargo ships in the ports of Odessa and Mykolaiv, according to multiple reports from the Russian Ministry of Defense. The ships were transporting weapons and other military cargo for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.87 sourcesSee all sourcesIsrael Demands Hamas Disarmament Before Gaza Reconstruction
The Israeli government has stated that the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip will not commence until the disarmament of Hamas. This stance was reiterated by the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.2 sourcesSee all sourcesNiger to Build $1.9 Billion Refinery in Dosso
Niger has signed a $1.9 billion agreement with Zimar Group for the construction of a 100,000 barrels per day refinery and petrochemical complex in Dosso. The project, a public-private partnership, aims to transform local oil, create jobs, secure petroleum product supply, and develop related infrastructure. It is expected to take three years to build and 13 years to operate before being transferred to the state.9 sourcesSee all sourcesThree Dead, Two Injured in Huelva Shooting
A shooting in Isla Cristina, Huelva, has left three people dead and two injured. The victims include a pregnant woman, a 16-year-old minor, and another woman aged 62. The incident occurred when two hooded individuals on a motorcycle opened fire on the victims and fled. The Civil Guard is investigating the incident, with a possible settling of scores between different clans as a main line of investigation. The shooting is believed to be connected to a previous incident in Huelva capital in 2024.24 sourcesSee all sourcesBetting Platforms for 2026 World Cup
Several texts promote different betting platforms for the 2026 World Cup. These platforms offer bonuses, instant withdrawals, and no risk control for electronic and live games. They guarantee full network betting and have a strong reputation.7 sourcesSee all sourcesRussian Court Bars Anti-War Party Yabloko from Elections
The Supreme Court of Russia has excluded the Yabloko party from the upcoming parliamentary elections. Yabloko was the last remaining party in the country that openly positioned itself against the war in Ukraine. The party's appeal against its exclusion was rejected by the court.11 sourcesSee all sourcesHugo González Wins Silver in 200m Individual Medley
Spanish swimmer Hugo González won the silver medal in the 200m individual medley final at the European Championships in Paris, finishing just 20 hundredths of a second behind Hungarian Hubert Kos. González set a new Spanish record with a time of 1:54.44 minutes, and this is his fourth medal at the European Championships.8 sourcesSee all sourcesFrench PM Announces Aid for Gironde and Landes Wildfire Victims
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu visited Gironde and Landes, regions devastated by wildfires in July. He announced a 12 million euro aid package for affected residents and local authorities. Key measures include emergency funds, simplified building permits, and property tax exemptions. The fires, which burned over 42,000 hectares, are now under control.11 sourcesSee all sourcesMysterious Drone Attacks on Ecuadorian Fishing Boats
In March, two Ecuadorian fishing vessels were attacked by drones armed with explosives while at sea. The crews were subsequently boarded by armed men on an unidentified blue ship, who spoke English and wore US flag insignia. The fishermen were interrogated, tied up, and handed over to the Salvadoran coast guard. The US military and CIA have denied involvement, and the identity of the attackers remains unknown. Survivors report that a plane followed their boats before the attacks.9 sourcesSee all sourcesChinese Government Interrogates Uyghur Australians Visiting Xinjiang
The Chinese government is interrogating Uyghur Australians visiting Xinjiang, pressing them to collect information on Uyghurs in Australia. Chinese authorities demand daily reporting while in Xinjiang and on their return, pressure them to inform on activists and monitor community events. These interrogations and strict monitoring have a chilling effect, emblematic of Beijing’s transnational repression in Australia.5 sourcesSee all sourcesYemeni Drones Target Houthi Rebels
According to Al Arabiya, drones of the Yemeni government forces targeted a gathering of Houthi rebels backed by the Islamic Republic in the province of Jauf. The Arabiya news channel reported that drones belonging to government forces in Yemen targeted a gathering of Houthis backed by the Islamic Republic in the Al-Qashah area in the province of Al-Jawf. The Yemeni army also announced that its drone units struck a gathering of Houthi fighters in the Al-Aqsha area of Al-Jawf province.3 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump Criticizes Fox News' Shannon Bream
President Trump has criticized Fox News host Shannon Bream on his Truth Social platform. He accused her of only presenting negative guests, charts, and polls, and ignoring the administration's record of success. Trump mentioned achievements such as border control, record stock-market highs, massive investment, military wins, and low crime rates. He described her show as 'beyond redemption' and suggested that his supporters, MAGA, already see through it.5 sourcesSee all sources