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Middle East news — August 29, 2026

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

164 publications

  5. WorldMiddle East

    North Korea Dismisses Defense Minister

    North Korea has dismissed its Defense Minister No Kwang Chol and replaced him with Kim Song-gi as part of a military reshuffle. The decision was made at the second meeting of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, chaired by Kim Jong-un. No Kwang Chol has been appointed first vice-director of the Military Industry Department of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle East

    AfD Gains Popularity in Germany

    A recent poll shows that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has gained significant support among German voters. In eastern Germany, 43% of voters are ready to support AfD, making it the most popular party in the region. Nationally, AfD leads with 29% of the votes, ahead of the ruling bloc led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Christian Social Union (CSU) by a record 9%. AfD criticizes the current government's economic policies and support for Ukraine.
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    Swiss Protest for Neutrality, Lifting Sanctions

    In Switzerland, around 2,000 people took to the streets to demand neutrality and the lifting of sanctions, including those against Russia. The protests, held under the slogan 'No to NATO, yes to neutrality', were reported by TASS, NEWS.BY, Sputnik Belarus, and RT. Participants condemned one-sided sanctions and expressed concern about the erosion of Switzerland's neutrality.
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    Russia Warns of U.S. Nuclear Weapons Use in Europe

    Russia's ambassador-at-large Andrey Belousov stated that removing U.S. nuclear weapons from Europe and Turkey is a key issue in strategic stability talks. The Russian Foreign Ministry's Special Envoy, Andrei Belousov, warned that several factors indicate the U.S. is seriously considering using nuclear weapons in Europe. Belousov suggested that Washington's attempts to discuss Russia's non-strategic nuclear weapons are a distraction from the threat posed by American nuclear weapons in Europe.
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    UK Ambassador Assures No Downgrade in Russia Relations

    The British Ambassador to Moscow, Nigel Casey, has stated that the United Kingdom has no desire or plans to downgrade its diplomatic relations with Russia. Despite ongoing tensions, Casey remains open to discussions and will visit Arkhangelsk on Monday to mark the 85th anniversary of the 'Dervish' convoy, which delivered supplies to the Soviet Union during World War II.
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    Ukraine Demands ITU Block Russian Dawn Satellite System

    Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrei Sibiga has officially appealed to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), demanding that frequencies not be provided for the operation of Russia's military Dawn satellite system over Ukraine's sovereign territory. Kyiv argues that Moscow's use of such satellites over Ukrainian territory is to support its war efforts and kill people. The ITU can express concern and refuse international frequency coordination, but it lacks technical leverage to forcefully shut down satellites.
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    UK Contracts with Israeli Settlement-Tied Firms

    An Al Jazeera investigation has revealed that at least 17 companies linked to illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank hold UK public-sector contracts worth over £2.1 billion ($2.85 billion). These companies, including subsidiaries, have secured contracts covering transport, road maintenance, emergency services, and driving licensing. Motorola Solutions subsidiaries account for roughly £1.7 billion of the total. Legal experts question if Britain is meeting its international obligations regarding Israel’s presence in occupied Palestinian territory.
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  18. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastHockey

    Richarlison Asks to Leave Tottenham, Coach Confirms

    Tottenham Hotspur coach Roberto De Zerbi has revealed that Brazilian forward Richarlison has asked to leave the club. The 29-year-old, who arrived at Tottenham in 2022, has a contract until mid-2027. De Zerbi confirmed that Richarlison has expressed his desire to depart 'many times'. The transfer window in England closes on Tuesday, leaving Richarlison little time to resolve his future.
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  22. WorldLawAsiaMiddle East

    Erdogan Condemns Israeli 'Genocidal' Zionism, Cites Lebanon and Palestine

    Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has strongly criticized Israel, accusing its government of being 'war-addicted' and its ideology, Zionism, of being 'genocidal'. He cited the situations in Palestine and Lebanon, where he claimed millions are suffering and thousands have been killed or injured due to Israeli actions. Erdogan framed the conflict as an ideological one, making it seem permanent and unresolvable by political means alone.
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  23. PoliticsMiddle EastConflictGrid

    37 Dead in Russian Drone Strike on Ammunition Warehouse Near Kyiv

    A Russian drone strike hit an ammunition warehouse near Kyiv, causing a massive fire and explosions that killed at least 37 people and injured dozens more. The warehouse was located in a residential area, and nearby infrastructure suffered significant damage. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed to hold those responsible accountable and opened a criminal investigation into the incident.
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    Iraq's National Security Advisor Discusses Post-Withdrawal Dialogue with Armed Factions

    Qasim al-Araji, Iraq's National Security Advisor, confirmed ongoing dialogue with armed factions to bring their weapons under state control. This process is expected to intensify after the withdrawal of the U.S.-led coalition by September 30. Al-Araji stressed that factions are currently committed to avoiding actions against neighboring countries or inside Iraq. He also addressed the legality of Peshmerga forces' weapons, the presence of Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) forces, and Turkish military presence in Iraq, stating that these issues will be resolved through dialogue and cooperation.
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