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Middle East news — August 18, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 7.

154 publications

  1. PoliticsMiddle EastUkraineDefense

    Ukraine's Drone Strikes: Cost and Effectiveness

    Ukraine's Ministry of Defense revealed that each dollar spent on drone strikes against Russia inflicts nearly $5 in losses. In June, striking a Russian soldier cost $3,032, while maintaining one costs Russia around $65,000. Striking a unit of equipment cost $2,674, and an infrastructure object cost $1,487. The data was confirmed by the Mission Control module in the DELTA combat system, which processes over 230,000 reports weekly.
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  2. WorldMiddle East

    Estudiantes Fans Travel to Chile for Copa Libertadores Match

    Thousands of Estudiantes fans traveled to Chile to support their team in the Copa Libertadores match against Universidad Católica. The fans, buoyed by their team's recent 4-0 win over Gimnasia, are confident of a victory that would secure their team's place in the quarter-finals. The match, which is a must-win for Estudiantes, will be played in a full stadium with the visiting fans outnumbering the home supporters. The team, led by Alexander Medina, is expected to make changes to their starting lineup from the first leg.
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  6. WorldMiddle East

    Belarusians Dominate Day Two of FISU World Championships in Canoe Sprint

    Belarusian athletes won three gold medals on the second day of the FISU World Championships in Canoe Sprint held in Szeged, Hungary. Andrei Zhilobov won the C1 200m, Victoria Nesterenko and Elizaveta Primak took the C2 200m, and Artem Andreenko won the K1 200m. Additionally, Denis Ermolenko won the K1 1000m, Maxim Muravsky won the C1 1000m, and Petr Kotov and Vadim Lychhev won the C2 1000m.
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  7. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceAsiaMiddle East

    Israeli Soldiers Mark Palestinian Detainees with Numbers

    Israeli soldiers marked Palestinian detainees with numbers on their foreheads and arms during a raid in Qabatiya, West Bank. The Israeli army confirmed the incident and stated that commanders emphasized the gravity of the act and lessons were learned. This is not the first time such an incident has occurred, with similar incidents reported in April 2026 and previously in 2024.
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  11. SportsMiddle EastHockey

    Cienciano vs Botafogo: Copa Sudamericana 2026 Round of 16 Return Leg

    Cienciano travels to Brazil with a 6-1 advantage over Botafogo, aiming to qualify for the Copa Sudamericana 2026 quarter-finals. The return leg will take place on August 20, with a 7:30 PM kickoff (Peruvian time) at the Nilton Santos Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The match will be broadcast live on ESPN and Disney Plus for South America, and Paramount Plus for Brazil. Cienciano coach Horacio Melgarejo emphasizes the importance of maintaining concentration despite their lead, while Botafogo seeks a historic comeback.
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  12. CultureMiddle EastGender

    Christian Cueva Defends Paolo Guerrero Against Reimond Manco's Criticism

    Christian Cueva has come out in defense of Paolo Guerrero, criticizing Reimond Manco's comments about the forward's performance in Alianza Lima. Cueva argued that Manco's criticisms only come after games, not before, and questioned the timing and logic of such comments. He also recalled an anecdote involving Manco avoiding him while traveling to Huánuco. Guerrero, meanwhile, has been criticized for his lack of goals and little presence in the opponent's area, but Cueva praised his professionalism and preparation.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Ukraine Drone Strike Kills One, Injures 17 at Bus Stop in Energodar

    A Ukrainian drone strike on a bus stop in Energodar, a city under Russian control, resulted in the death of one civilian and injuries to 17 others. The attack occurred near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the largest in Europe. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) condemned the strike, describing it as the worst event to happen at the nuclear plant.
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  15. WorldLawAsiaMiddle East

    Ceremonies Mark 40th Day of Ayatollah Khamenei's Burial

    Ceremonies to mark the 40th day since the burial of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, were held across the country. The main event took place in Tehran, with the presence of high-ranking officials and a large crowd of people. The commemoration ceremonies also took place in Qom and Mashhad. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to the teachings of the late Ayatollah and the preservation of Iranian unity and national interests.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Ukraine Rebukes Russia by Honoring Nazi Collaborator Konovalets

    Ukraine reburied the remains of Yevhen Konovalets, the founder and leader of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN), with a state ceremony attended by President Zelensky. Konovalets, who collaborated with Nazi Germany in the 1930s, was liquidated by Soviet intelligence in 1938. His reburial has been criticized by Russia and sparked controversy due to OUN's role in World War II atrocities.
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  19. WorldMiddle East

    Heavy Rainfall in Japan's Chiba Prefecture Leads to Disaster

    Record rainfall in Japan's Chiba prefecture has resulted in a disaster, with 13 people confirmed dead and one person still missing. Rescue operations continue as over 2,300 buildings have been affected. The heavy rains have caused significant flooding, leading to multiple road collapses and water pipe damage. Around 40 households remain without water supply, and some train lines are still suspended.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Kanye West's First Russia Concerts Sell Out Quickly; Tickets Range from 9,000 to 160,000 Rubles

    American rapper Kanye West (Ye) will perform in Russia for the first time, with concerts scheduled in St. Petersburg on October 10 and 11 at the 'Gazprom Arena'. Ticket prices range from 9,000 to 160,000 rubles. The cheapest tickets sold out within an hour, with VIP boxes also selling out quickly. Organizers deny rumors about replacing the artist. The concerts are part of Ye's world tour in support of his new album 'Bully'.
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  22. ScienceLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Putin to Chair Meeting on Economic Structural Changes

    Vladimir Putin will chair a meeting of the Council for Strategic Development and National Projects on August 19. The main topic is the implementation of a plan for structural changes in the Russian economy by 2030. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak will deliver a report on this topic. Additionally, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov will present on ensuring the balance of regional budgets from 2026 to 2029, and Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Grigorenko will discuss work with regions to achieve sociological indicators for national development goals.
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  23. WorldAsiaMiddle EastSci Policy

    Moldova's Electricity Needs Fully Covered

    As of today, Moldova's electricity needs are fully covered by commercial purchases. Energocom has reserved necessary volumes to ensure consumption. Today's purchases include 9,874 MWh of electricity, with 27.19% from renewable energy sources, 67.70% from bilateral contracts, and 3.80% from the electricity market. Despite full coverage, Energocom warns of difficult regional situation and expensive external market prices, urging rational electricity use between 18:00 and 23:00.
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