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Middle East news — August 29, 2026 - Page 4

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 4 of 7.

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  2. WorldRegulatorsIndictmentMiddle East

    Ukrainian Suspect's Defense Tries to Disrupt 'Nord Stream' Sabotage Trial

    The defense of Ukrainian national Sergei Kuznetsov, accused of involvement in the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, is attempting to disrupt his upcoming trial in Germany. Kuznetsov's lawyer argues that if the attack was carried out as alleged by the German federal prosecutor's office, it should be considered a lawful act of military self-defense rather than a criminal offense, and thus the trial should not proceed.
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  5. SportsMiddle East

    Universitario vs UTC: Creamers Aim for Victory in Cajamarca

    Universitario de Deportes faces UTC in Cajamarca for the 7th round of the Clausura Tournament. Both teams have contrasting forms, with Universitario sharing first place and UTC at the bottom. Gianluca Lapadula praised UTC but emphasized focusing on Universitario's performance. Jairo Concha and Héctor Cúper expressed confidence in securing a victory. The match is set for Saturday, August 29, at 3:30 PM (Peruvian time) at the Héroes de San Ramón Stadium.
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  7. WorldEuropeMiddle EastTrade

    Russia, Belarus Trade Turnover Up 12.5% Despite External Pressure

    Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko met in Moscow to discuss trade-economic cooperation. They noted a 12.5% increase in trade turnover between their countries since the beginning of the year, despite external attempts to influence their relationship. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to overcoming any difficulties together and strengthening their economic ties.
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  10. PoliticsBillMiddle EastChina

    Poland Warns of Russia's Escalation Preparations

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has repeatedly warned about Russia's serious preparations for escalation, both in the war with Ukraine and throughout the region. He stated that the next 7-8 months could be critical for the security of Ukraine, Poland, and the entire region. Tusk also mentioned that Russia plans to mobilize around 600,000 people in the near future. The Polish government is in constant contact with the CIA leadership regarding these developments.
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  13. WorldJudiciaryConstitutionMiddle East

    Cold War Spy Tunnel Parts Rediscovered in Berlin

    Three segments of a Cold War-era spy tunnel built by US and UK intelligence services have been discovered in Brandenburg, Germany. The tunnel, constructed in the mid-1950s, was used to tap into Soviet military telephone lines. After being exposed in 1956, parts of the tunnel were distributed to various East German army bases for training purposes. Now, three segments have been recovered and will be preserved, with one piece each going to the DDR Museum and 'Berliner Unterwelten' association's tour, and another potentially displayed at the original tunnel site.
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  14. PoliticsIndictmentTalksMiddle East

    Russia Loses More Troops Than It Recruits in Ukraine

    Russia is losing approximately 6,000 more soldiers each month in Ukraine than it can recruit, according to Western officials cited by international media. Despite actively recruiting new troops, with an estimated rate of 1,000 per day, Russia is struggling to keep up with combat losses. This personnel deficit has led Moscow to escalate the conflict, launching over 360 missiles targeting Ukrainian civilian infrastructure since early July.
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  16. PoliticsPeaceCorruptionMiddle East

    Iran Executes Over 500 in 2026

    According to multiple human rights organizations, Iran has executed over 500 people in 2026. The surge includes executions related to anti-government protests and involves individuals arrested during these protests. The United States has urged Iran to halt executions. The Norway-based Iran Human Rights organization reported at least 511 executions, including 29 related to protests and 20 Afghan citizens.
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  17. WorldAppointmentsMiddle EastIsrael

    Brazilian 'Big Brother' Contestant Expelled After Fight, Refuses to Leave

    Brazilian Stefanny 'Campanita' Pereira was expelled from Argentina's 'Gran Hermano Generación Dorada' after a fight with Chilean Jennifer 'Pincoya' Galvarini. Campanita took photos of Pincoya's son, leading to a physical altercation. Both were eliminated contestants visiting the house. Campanita refused to leave, resulting in security removing her.
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  18. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastIsrael

    Israeli Forces Install Gates, Tightening Siege on Qusra Homes

    Israeli forces have installed three metal gates near Palestinian homes under siege in Qusra, West Bank, raising fears of a permanent Israeli presence and further restricting access to the land. Palestinians have been trapped inside their homes since August 9, with Israeli settlers surrounding the houses. The new gates have tightened the siege, now in its third week.
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  22. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Ukraine's Metallurgy Industry Facing Collapse Due to Russian Strikes and Export Restrictions

    Russian forces have launched multiple missile strikes on key Ukrainian metallurgical plants, including 'Zaporizhstal' and 'ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih', causing significant damage and halting production. These attacks, combined with port blockades, increased railway costs, and new EU quotas and carbon tax (CBAM), threaten to shut down Ukraine's metallurgy industry by spring 2026. The country could lose around 72% of its steel production, leading to substantial economic losses and job cuts.
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