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North America news — August 29, 2026

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

19 publications

  2. WorldRegulatorsGovernanceSummitMiddle EastNorth America

    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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  10. SocietyNorth AmericaUkraineEarth

    Moldovan Teachers' Protest Suspended; Dialogue with Authorities to Begin

    The Federation of Education and Science Trade Unions in Moldova has decided to suspend the planned protest on September 1, 2026. This decision comes after the Prime Minister, Vasile Tofan, committed to increasing the salaries of budget sector workers, including teachers, starting January 1, 2027. The unions will now prioritize dialogue with the authorities, with negotiations set to begin on September 1. The Federation has emphasized that suspending protests does not mean abandoning demands and that they will closely monitor the implementation of the commitments made by the authorities.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Russia Considers Changing War Strategy, Plans Attack on Kyiv and Chernihiv

    Russian military leadership may adjust its plans due to lack of progress in Donbass, considering a shift in focus towards Kyiv and Chernihiv regions. The Kremlin aims to create a 'buffer zone' in Kharkiv, Sumy, and Chernihiv regions, with a depth of up to 20 km. Despite setting a deadline to capture the entire Donbas by December 31, the Russian command deems it unrealistic and has requested an extension until March 31.
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  15. SportsMiddle EastNorth AmericaIsrael

    Cristiano Ronaldo Goal Secures Al Nassr's Perfect Start

    Al Nassr maintained their perfect start in the Saudi Professional League with a 2-1 victory over Al-Taawoun. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 978th career goal, deflecting a shot from Mohamed Simakan into the net in the 55th minute, securing the win after Al Nassr had earlier come from behind. Samu Costa had equalized for Al Nassr in first-half stoppage time after Bassam Al Hurayji had put Al-Taawoun ahead in the 11th minute.
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  19. U.S.ExecutiveNorth America

    U.S. Secures Massive Stake in Venezuela's Oil Fields

    The Trump administration has reached an agreement with Venezuela's interim government to secure a significant ownership stake in more than a dozen productive oil fields. This deal, which involves fields with proven reserves of around 90 billion barrels, could more than double U.S. oil reserves. In exchange, private companies, including American firms, will develop the fields, returning more oil revenue to Venezuela. The deal is seen as a legacy-defining moment for President Trump, who has made U.S. energy security a priority.
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