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North America news — August 1, 2026 - Page 9

Publications tagged with North America published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 9 of 31.

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  1. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Over 20,000 Cambodians Displaced by Border Clashes with Thailand: UN

    More than 20,000 Cambodians remain displaced due to border clashes with Thailand, according to a UN expert. The UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Cambodia, Tom Andrews, stated that over 20,000 civilians are still unable to return home, with some towns and villages reportedly controlled by the Thai military. Andrews called for cooperation between Thailand and Cambodia to expedite the return of displaced civilians. Thailand has previously denied accusations of illegally occupying Cambodian territory.
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  3. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Morocco Uses Immigration Tensions to Pressure Spain Over Sahara Conflict and Palestine Support

    Morocco's government is exploiting the immigration crisis with Spain to pressure Madrid over two key issues: the Spanish Parliament's proposal to grant nationality to Sahrawi people and Spain's support for Palestine. Iranian officials and analysts have criticized Morocco's actions as being influenced by Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump.
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  5. WorldAsiaNorth AmericaBudget

    Mexican Avocado Exports to US Surge by 35% in First Four Months of 2026

    Mexican avocado exports to the United States have shown a significant increase in the first four months of 2026, with a 35% rise compared to the same period in 2025. According to the Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development (Sader), over half a million tons of avocado were sent to the US during this period, with March alone seeing 148,511 tons exported. This positive trend is attributed to the competitiveness of the Mexican avocado production chain and its commitment to high-quality standards.
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  7. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump: US Can Take 'Almost Everything' from Ukraine Under Rare Earth Metals Deal

    President Donald Trump has stated in multiple interviews that an agreement on rare earth metals between the US and Ukraine allows Washington to access and take 'almost everything' it wants from Ukraine's rich deposits of these valuable resources. The deal, signed on April 30, 2025, provides for cooperation in the extraction and use of Ukrainian natural resources.
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  9. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Italy Threatens to Suspend Schengen with Spain Over Migration Crisis

    Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has threatened to suspend the Schengen Agreement on free circulation with Spain due to the migrant situation in Ceuta. Meloni stated that 'uncontrolled illegal immigration poses a concrete threat to the security of Europe's borders' and that Italy is ready to take extraordinary measures, including suspending the Schengen Area with Spain, to protect its borders and citizens. The move comes amidst a surge in migrants crossing into Spain's North African enclave from Morocco. Spain's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani supported Meloni's stance, while Spanish officials criticized the move, arguing that it goes against EU regulations.
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  10. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Saudi Arabia Welcomes US-Gaza Disarmament Agreement

    Saudi Arabia has welcomed the historic agreement on disarmament in Gaza announced by US President Donald Trump. The Kingdom praised Trump's leadership and commitment, and reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the comprehensive peace plan. Key aspects include full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, deployment of an international stabilization force, and Palestinian Authority's return to Gaza.
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  11. SocietyLocal GovCivil RightsAsiaNorth America

    Solulu Blockchain Stablecoin Project Manager Accused of Not Paying Wages and Commissions

    Multiple group members have reported that Hexi, the property manager of West Harbor Yellow City and Xianggang Huangjincheng, has not been paying wages and commissions on time for the Solulu Blockchain Stablecoin Project. Employees have faced delays in salary payments, with some even having to cover meal expenses. The company has been accused of deceiving and hiding issues in their financial group chat. Industry colleagues report that many agents who have worked with Hexi have not received their commissions, with Hexi stating that he may not pay even after two or three months of work.
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  12. PoliticsNorth America

    Full Disclosure of RCI Report on Lembaga Tabung Haji

    The Malaysian government, led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, has decided to fully disclose the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report on Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) without any cuts or censorship. The report, which covers the period from 2014 to 2020 and includes developments after that period, will be published along with all recommendations and processes involved. The decision aims to educate Malaysian citizens and Muslims about the findings and prevent similar incidents in the future. Those responsible for any wrongdoing will be investigated and prosecuted according to the law.
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  13. WorldLawMiddle EastNorth America

    Afghan Embassy in Turkmenistan Discusses North-South Transport Corridor with Russian Railways

    The Afghan Embassy in Turkmenistan announced that its Charge d'Affaires, Fazl Mohammad Saber, met with Ivan Tonkikh, a representative of Russian Railways. They discussed facilitating procedures at the Aqina and Torghundi border crossings, expanding railway infrastructure, and strengthening cooperation between Afghanistan and Russia. Tonkikh also pledged to visit Afghanistan soon.
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  15. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Moldova and Ukraine Agree on Infrastructure Projects, Discuss Nistru River Crisis

    The President and Prime Minister of Moldova, Vasile Tofan, held separate telephone conversations with the Prime Minister of Ukraine, Sergei Korecki/Koretsky. They discussed several practical issues important for both countries, including managing the critically low water level in the Novodnistrovsk reservoir to avoid exacerbating the Nistru River crisis. They also agreed to boost and complete the construction of the Cosăuți–Yampil bridge to simplify border crossing and reduce travel time. Additionally, they discussed cooperation between their railways, including transporting Ukrainian grain to the port of Constanța. Both leaders emphasized the strong relationship between Moldova and Ukraine, based on trust, solidarity, and mutual respect.
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  19. PoliticsNorth America

    DOJ Drops Case Against Olympian David Hearn, Admits Reflecting Pool Damage Was Due to Flawed Renovation

    The Justice Department has moved to dismiss the criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. In a filing, the DOJ admitted that the damage was caused by a 'botched installation' during a $14 million renovation project, not vandalism as previously claimed. This admission is a significant reversal for the Trump administration, which had initially blamed Hearn and other individuals for the damage.
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  22. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Elon Musk Warns Spain's Budget Can't Handle Migrant Influx

    Elon Musk has sparked controversy by stating that Spain's entire budget will be 'destroyed' by illegal migrants. In a series of tweets, the billionaire argued that if Spain offers migrants benefits above 90% of the global standard of living, it creates an incentive for around 7 billion people to move to Spain. Musk's comments come as Spain faces a surge in migrant arrivals, with thousands entering the country from Morocco. His remarks have drawn both criticism and support, with some accusing him of dehumanizing migrants by comparing them to zombies in a post featuring a clip from the film 'World War Z'.
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  23. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Spain's PM Condemns Ceuta Incident, Vows to Defend Sovereignty

    Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has condemned the recent incident in Ceuta as an attack on national sovereignty. He has vowed to use all state capabilities to defend Spain's territory and is cooperating with Morocco to combat smuggling organizations and facilitate the return of irregular migrants. Sánchez has expressed regret over the deaths caused by the crisis and thanked Moroccan authorities for their willingness to cooperate.
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  24. WorldLawMiddle EastNorth America

    Migration Crisis in Ceuta: European Response

    The migration crisis in Ceuta has sparked a response from European leaders, with France, Italy, and other countries calling for reinforced border controls. Marine Le Pen accused the Spanish government of encouraging migrant entries. The President of the European Council praised Spain's firm response, while Édouard Philippe demanded an urgent meeting of European immigration ministers. Finland and Denmark supported Italy's proposal to close the Schengen area to Spain. Emmanuel Macron ordered strengthened border controls with Spain. The Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs assured the integrity of the Schengen area. Security measures were bolstered in France and Italy, with the Rapid Border Intervention Force strengthening border controls between France and Spain.
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