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Middle East news — August 22, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 22, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 7.

168 publications

  2. WorldMiddle East

    Botafogo-PB Faces Guarani in Crucial Serie C Match

    Botafogo-PB will face Guarani in the 18th round of Serie C this Saturday, with over 8,000 tickets sold. The match at Almeidão Stadium could secure Botafogo-PB's early qualification for the next phase. The team will have at least three changes, including the return of Yan Souto and the absence of Igor Maduro due to injury. Both teams are fighting for top positions, making it a crucial game.
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  3. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    BRICS Youth and Sports Ministers' Meetings in Visakhapatnam

    Visakhapatnam hosted the BRICS Youth and Sports Ministers' Meetings on August 22-23, chaired by Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. The Youth Ministers' Meeting adopted a joint statement on cooperation in youth development, education, skills, and sports. The Sports Ministers' Meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in sports technology, promoting innovation, and advancing collaboration through a sports manufacturing conclave. The meetings brought together ministers from all 11 BRICS member countries and showcased Visakhapatnam as an international venue for major multilateral events.
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  5. WorldLawMiddle East

    Macron Announces Sending Interceptor Missiles to Ukraine Amid Russian Attacks

    French President Emmanuel Macron announced the sending of interceptor missiles to Ukraine following recent Russian attacks, including a drone strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih that left dozens dead and injured. Macron expressed horror at the attacks and emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia. The decision comes ahead of a meeting of the 'coalition of the willing' to support Ukraine on its independence day.
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  6. SportsMiddle East

    Garden Ring Closure for Big Running Festival

    On Sunday, August 23, the Garden Ring in Moscow will be partially closed for the 'Big Running Festival'. The event includes races of 5 and 10 km, starting at 09:00 and 14:00 respectively. Traffic restrictions will be in place from early Sunday morning until the end of the race, with parking prohibited on all closed sections. The festival will also affect access to certain locations like Gorky Park and some metro stations.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Algerian Prime Minister Represents President at Mediterranean Games Opening

    Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb represented President Abdelmadjid Tebboune at the opening ceremony of the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy. He was welcomed by the Algerian Ambassador to Italy and was accompanied by the Minister of Sports. The Prime Minister met with Algerian athletes and sportswomen, conveying the President's greetings and wishes for success. Algeria aims to continue its momentum from the previous edition in Oran, with high ambitions for this competition.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Morena Governors Condemn Rubén Rocha Moya's Unilateral Return as Sinaloa Governor

    After Rubén Rocha Moya's return as governor of Sinaloa, 23 governors from Morena criticized his unilateral decision, stating that individual decisions should never be above the collective project or citizen mandate. They expressed support for President Claudia Sheinbaum and warned against attempts at division. Morena's national leadership distanced itself from Rocha Moya's return, stating it was a personal decision.
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  12. PoliticsLawMiddle East

    Hungarian Opposition Accuses Madjar's Government of Illegal State Procurement

    The opposition in Hungary has accused Prime Minister Peter Madjar's government of corruption schemes in distributing state contracts for organizing celebrations of St. Stephen's Day, Hungary's main national holiday, celebrated on August 20. The €11 million contract was awarded to Hardrock, a company linked to the ruling party 'Tisa', following a sham tender.
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  13. WorldRegulatorsInvestigationMiddle East

    Iran Demands Qatar Transfer Injured Pilots to Land Hospital

    Iranian officials have demanded that Qatar transfer their detained pilots to a land-based hospital due to their poor physical condition. The pilots, who were captured after their fighter jets were downed, are currently being held afloat on water, which is not providing suitable conditions for their well-being. Iran has also called on Qatar to respect the prisoners' rights and facilitate their communication with families, in accordance with the Geneva Conventions.
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  14. WorldRegulatorsSanctionsMiddle East

    Ukraine Plans 'Anti-Ballistic' Sanctions Against Russia

    Ukraine is preparing 'anti-ballistic' sanctions against Russia, aiming to halt the production of Russian rockets. The sanctions are part of a broader strategy that includes unlocking over €200 billion of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's use. This initiative has been discussed with the German side and is expected to be revisited in Europe with allied support. Additionally, Ukraine is working on the 22nd package of EU sanctions and the American Graham law.
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  16. PoliticsPeaceInvestigationMiddle East

    Putin Claims Russian Society Supports Ukraine War After Anti-War Party Disqualified

    Vladimir Putin has asserted that all Russians support the ongoing war in Ukraine, stating that the entire civil society backs the conflict. This declaration comes after a court disqualified the opposition party Yabloko, which opposes the war, from the State Duma elections. Putin expressed confidence in the support of various sectors of Russian society, including labor collectives, scientists, and rural workers, for the war effort.
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  20. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    U.S. Ambassadors Discuss Israel's Strikes in Syria and Turkey's Role

    U.S. Ambassadors Mike Pompeo and Mike Huckabee express their desire for calm in the region and a security agreement between Syria and Israel. They caution that Turkey's attempts to establish a strong presence in Syria could hinder this process. Meanwhile, U.S. Ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, states that Turkey does not have an aggressive stance towards Israel and wants an independent Syria, but recent events have caused some setbacks in building trust.
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  21. PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelConflict

    Putin Warns Ukraine After Strikes on Russian Economy

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned Ukraine after it launched strikes on Russian economic targets, stating that Ukraine 'opened Pandora's box' and should expect a response in its most vulnerable economic sectors, including agriculture. Putin also dismissed 'exotic' peace proposals and reiterated that Russia is ready for dialogue only on the basis of current realities on the ground.
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  24. WorldRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Rio Police Discover Unprecedented Use of Car Bombs by Traffickers

    Military Police in Rio de Janeiro found car bombs and explosive barricades used by traffickers for the first time in the Israel Complex, North Zone. The operation resulted in one suspect dead, a bus driver shot, and seven stolen vehicles recovered. Police also seized explosives, marijuana plants, and pepper spray. The use of car bombs is unprecedented in Rio, according to the PM.
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