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Middle East news — August 23, 2026 - Page 20

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 20 of 30.

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  2. WorldMiddle EastBaseball

    IND vs SL: Padikkal's Century Helps India Dominate Day 1 of 2nd Test

    India continued their dominance over Sri Lanka on the first day of the second Test in Bengaluru. Opener Priyank Panchal scored his second consecutive century, following his 96 in the previous Test. He was well supported by Shubman Gill, who scored a half-century. India ended the day at 300/6, with Jadeja and Pant also contributing valuable runs. Pant retired hurt after being hit on the wrist.
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  11. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth AmericaUnited Kingdom

    Mourinho's Real Madrid Wins 2-1 Against Espanyol in La Liga Opener

    Real Madrid, under José Mourinho, secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Espanyol in their La Liga season opener. The game saw debuts for several new signings, including Ibrahima Konaté, Denzel Dumfries, and Bernardo Silva. Jude Bellingham opened the scoring for Madrid in the 9th minute, but Álex Calatrava equalized for Espanyol in the 30th minute. The winning goal came in the 90th minute from substitute Carlos Espínola. Despite a challenging preseason, Madrid started their campaign with a win.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsElectionsDisinformationProtestMiddle East

    Europe May Refuse Aid to Ukraine Over Zelensky-Fedorov Conflict

    European countries may refuse to provide military and financial aid to Ukraine due to the political conflict between President Volodymyr Zelensky and former defense minister Mikhailo Fedorov, according to multiple reports by The Sunday Times. The newspaper suggests that this conflict could deter allies from fulfilling long-term commitments, potentially threatening Ukraine's military campaign. Zelensky is also facing other challenges, including the likelihood of holding elections in the near future being considered unlikely, and protests in support of Fedorov causing him 'headaches'.
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  14. WorldMiddle East

    Milei's Political Evolution and 2027 Election Plans

    Javier Milei, who initially promised to disrupt Argentina's traditional politics, is now adapting to conventional political practices as he seeks reelection in 2027. Despite his unpopularity, Milei remains competitive due to a divided opposition. He has proposed electoral reforms, including eliminating primary elections, which have sparked controversy. Milei has made significant changes to Argentina's political landscape but is also being shaped by the political system he initially criticized.
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  21. WorldLawRegulatorsProtestMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump's Foreign Policy Lacks Midterm Boost

    President Trump faces midterm elections without significant foreign policy achievements, according to Reuters. His approval rating has dropped to 33%, a record low, due in part to unresolved crises in Iran, Ukraine, and Gaza. Republicans fear these issues could cost them control of Congress. Trump's reliance on economic and military pressure has not led to stable agreements, analysts note.
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  22. PoliticsMiddle EastMotorsports

    Maradona's 'Hand of God' Ball Sold for $3.35M

    The ball used by Diego Maradona to score the controversial 'Hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England was sold at auction for $3.35 million (approximately €2.87 million). The ball was expected to reach a price of $10 million but fell short of the estimate. The auction was held by Heritage Auctions in the US, with the starting price set at $2.5 million. The ball was kept by Tunisian referee Ali Bin Nasser for over three decades before being sold in 2022 for around $2.37 million. Maradona scored two goals in the match, with the second being later named the 'Goal of the Century'.
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  24. WorldRegulatorsAsiaMiddle East

    Afghanistan Assures Tajikistan on Border Security

    Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, has reassured Tajikistan that there are no serious security threats along their shared border. He acknowledged some recent movements but stated they have been contained. Mujahid also stressed that Afghanistan's territory will not be used against Tajikistan. Earlier, Tajikistan reported the killing of two Afghan citizens involved in drug trafficking during a border clash.
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