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Middle East news — August 20, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 20, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

131 publications

  2. WorldMiddle East

    Kilometer-Long Queues for Gasoline in Zahedan and Zabol

    Citizens in Zahedan and Zabol, Iran, are facing long queues at fuel stations, waiting for hours to receive their gasoline quota. The queues, sometimes stretching kilometers, are causing time waste, fatigue, and dissatisfaction among residents who demand better management and reduced waiting times. The fuel supply situation in Sistan and Baluchestan province has been criticized for being different from other parts of the country, with residents in long queues while others can refuel without problems.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsIndictmentMiddle East

    Ukrainian Suspect in Nord Stream Explosions Arrested in Croatia

    A Ukrainian national, identified as Vladimir Zhuravlev, has been arrested in Croatia on suspicion of involvement in the 2022 explosions on the Nord Stream pipelines. The German prosecutor's office alleges that Zhuravlev, an experienced diver, participated in installing explosives on the pipelines. He was part of a group led by Sergei Kuznetsov, who was arrested in Italy in 2025. Zhuravlev had previously avoided extradition from Poland in 2024 and 2025. His arrest in Croatia comes after he was found during the filming of a documentary about the incident.
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  5. PoliticsLocal GovMiddle EastGender

    Supreme Court Forms Committee to Probe Police Brutality Against NEET Protesters

    The Supreme Court of India has constituted a high-powered committee comprising former judges and police chiefs to investigate allegations of police brutality against students protesting the cancellation of the NEET examination at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The committee will examine the use of pellet guns, lathi charges, sexual harassment, and other aspects of the incident. The court's intervention aims to reassure students of their right to protest and salvage their spirit.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    New Wildfire Threatens Aldea del Fresno, Spain

    A new wildfire has broken out west of Madrid, near Aldea del Fresno, with smoke columns rising near residential areas. The fire has forced the confinement of over 3,500 people, with authorities ordering residents to stay in their homes and evacuating several homes due to the proximity of the flames. Nine firefighting aircraft and ground crews are battling the blaze, which started due to high temperatures and strong winds. The fire is the latest in a series of wildfires that have swept through the region in recent weeks, with over 60,000 people evacuated in July alone.
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  12. PoliticsBillRegulatorsMiddle EastWeather

    Israel Strikes Syrian Airbase, Citing Threat from Turkish Presence

    Israel carried out airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur military airport in Syria's Idlib province, targeting runways and hangars. Israel claimed the strike was in response to a potential Turkish military deployment at the base, which it said posed a threat to its security. Syria denied plans for a Turkish base, and Turkey condemned the attack as 'reckless'. The incident has raised tensions between Israel and Turkey over Syria's future.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Russian Pensioner Fined for Shooting at Drones

    A pensioner from the Volgograd region was fined 40,000 rubles and had his hunting rifle confiscated after attempting to shoot down drones flying over his courtyard. The man, identified as Nikolai Mukhin, reported the incident to emergency services and waited for the police. He was found guilty of a 'serious violation' that could have resulted in harm to citizens. This is likely the first such decision in Russia.
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  14. WorldLawJudiciaryMiddle East

    US Unsuccessful in Achieving Any of Its 12 Objectives Against Iran

    Mohammad Reza Naqdi, a senior Iranian military official, has stated that the US has failed to achieve any of its 12 announced objectives against Iran. These objectives included capturing Khark Island, advancing into Iranian territory, and opening the Strait of Hormuz. Despite heavy bombardments and repeated announcements of new objectives every five or six days, the US has not been successful in any of its stated goals.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Cathay Pacific to Launch Direct Flights Between Hong Kong and Almaty in January 2023

    Cathay Pacific Airways will commence direct passenger flights between Hong Kong and Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city, starting January 9, 2023. The three-times-weekly service will operate every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, subject to regulatory approval. This will be Cathay Pacific's first Central Asian destination and the only non-stop service between the two cities.
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  19. WorldLawPeaceMiddle East

    North Korea Unmoved by Trump's Reduction of Military Exercises

    North Korea has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea as insignificant. Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, stated that the reduction does not change the provocative nature of the exercises and that North Korea is not interested in them. She also denied any recent communication between Kim Jong-un and Trump.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    AfD Leads in German Voting Intentions

    The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party maintains a significant lead in voting intentions, with polls showing it could win an absolute majority in the upcoming provincial elections in Saxony-Anhalt. Despite being officially classified as a right-wing extremist organization in some German states, AfD is currently the most voted political force in Germany, with around 27-28% of voting intentions, a comfortable margin over the ruling conservative bloc (CDU/CSU) at around 20%. Recent polls also indicate that AfD has overtaken the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and 'The Greens' (Die Grünen) in voting intentions.
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  21. PoliticsMiddle EastAmerican FootballOlympics

    Victor Wembanyama Named Captain of French Basketball Team

    Victor Wembanyama, the 22-year-old San Antonio Spurs star, has been named captain of the French national basketball team for the upcoming 2027 FIBA World Cup European qualifiers. He will lead the team in their games against Slovenia and Sweden. Wembanyama, who helped France win a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, is seen as the leader of France's next generation of players. This is his first time captaining the team since the Paris Olympics in 2024.
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  22. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    Russia Destroys 'Fine Ice' Ice Cream Warehouse in Kyiv

    Russia has destroyed the 'Fine Ice' ice cream warehouse in Kyiv, leading to potential shortages and changes in ice cream availability across the city and another 12 cities in Ukraine. The warehouse supplied products to these areas and was the main hub for distribution. The attack resulted in the destruction of tons of ice cream, equipment, and transport. Fortunately, no casualties were reported among the workers.
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  24. WorldMiddle EastBudgetHardware

    Putin Orders Increase in Digital Technologies in Social Sphere

    Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a significant increase in the use of modern technologies in the social sphere, particularly robotization and AI. He highlighted Moscow as a prime example of digital implementation. Putin also demanded that ministers cooperate with regions and extended budget loan repayment terms to save regions around 100 billion rubles.
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