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Middle East news — August 30, 2026 - Page 6

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 30, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 6 of 8.

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  2. PoliticsMiddle East

    Hezbollah Secretary-General's Speech on Islamic Unity Week

    In his speech during Islamic Unity Week, Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassim emphasized the importance of steadfastness and unity among Muslims to confront Israel and its allies. He praised Iran's resistance against America and Israel, highlighting the role of Imam Khomeini and Ayatollah Khamenei in reviving the Palestinian cause. Qassim also warned against internal divisions among Muslims and called for supporting Palestine with blood, weapons, and money.
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  4. PoliticsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Steven Gerrard Regrets Liverpool's Sale of Neco Williams

    Steven Gerrard has expressed his disappointment with Liverpool's decision to sell Neco Williams to Nottingham Forest, describing the 25-year-old as a 'fantastic' full-back who should have been kept at Anfield. Gerrard, who coached Williams during his time at Liverpool's academy, praised the Wales international's professionalism, talent, and competitiveness, and believes he has the potential to reach even greater heights. He also highlighted Williams' impressive performances for Forest this season, playing out of position on the left wing-back, and suggested that Liverpool's right-back position could be a problem area for the club.
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  5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Beauty Center Scandal: Hidden Cameras Recorded 14,000 Videos for Sale

    Three suspects were detained in connection with a beauty center in Bakırköy, Istanbul, where hidden cameras secretly recorded customer images during intimate procedures. Around 14,000 videos were found and seized, with recordings sold on social media platforms like Telegram. The suspects face charges of invasion of privacy, illegal access to personal data, and obscenity.
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  11. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Bear Attacks Pensioner in Kuzbass

    A 68-year-old woman was seriously injured when she encountered a bear while feeding dogs at an abandoned dacha in Novokuznetsk, Kuzbass. Despite suffering an open fracture of her right forearm, she managed to escape and reach nearby houses. The woman is currently hospitalized with moderate injuries. This incident comes amidst reports of increased bear activity in the region as animals search for food before hibernation.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    National Guard Blocks Students from Reaching Exam Centers in Sweida

    Elements of the National Guard militia in Sweida province are preventing students from reaching their exam centers, particularly in the northern countryside. Checkpoints have been set up along major roads, including the Damascus-Sweida road and the Sweida-Shuhba road. Students have gathered to protest these restrictions, and some have been attacked or injured. The exceptional secondary and intermediate school exams began today.
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  17. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Putin Announces Growing Prestige of Teaching Profession in Russia

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that the prestige of the teaching profession in Russia is growing. This is evident from the increasing number of applicants per seat and higher entrance scores for specialized universities. Teachers themselves also confirm this, citing increasing salaries and improved educational environments as contributing factors. The transformation of schools into places that nurture holistic personalities and the modernization of school infrastructure have also contributed to the rise in the profession's status.
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  19. WorldLocal GovCivil RightsMiddle East

    El-Sayed Apologizes for Comments About Michigan Synagogue Attack

    Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Democratic nominee for Senate in Michigan, apologized to Jewish Democrats for comments he made following an attack on a Detroit-area synagogue earlier this year. El-Sayed tied the attack to Israel's actions in the Middle East, which many Jews found offensive. He expressed regret for his remarks and sought to ease concerns among Jewish voters ahead of the November election.
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  21. PoliticsBillRegulatorsThink TanksMiddle East

    Marine Le Pen Ahead in 2027 French Presidential Runoffs

    A series of polls indicate that Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally party, is currently leading in the 2027 French presidential election. She is ahead in every tested runoff scenario, including against Édouard Philippe (52–48), Raphaël Glucksmann (55–45), François Hollande (54–46), and Jean-Luc Mélenchon (67–33). In the first round, she sits at 33–35% across scenarios. The field remains fluid with eight months until the election.
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  22. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Russian Forces in Donetsk Include Foreign Mercenaries

    The 66th separate mechanized brigade of Ukraine reported that around one-third of Russian troops in Donetsk are foreign mercenaries. Meanwhile, the Center for Scientific and Analytical Information of the Russian Academy of Sciences estimated that about seven thousand mercenaries from over 70 countries are fighting alongside the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The majority of these mercenaries are from Europe and Latin America, with a significant number coming from Colombia, Finland, and Poland.
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