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Policy news — August 1, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Policy published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 5.

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  2. SportsPolicyMiddle EastChina

    Russia Seizes Jehovah's Witnesses' Properties

    A Moscow court has seized 123 properties belonging to Jehovah's Witnesses, transferring them to the Russian state. The properties, valued at over 400 million rubles, include residential and commercial buildings, as well as land plots, totaling over 11,000 square meters. The seizure follows a lawsuit filed by the Prosecutor General's Office, which argued that the transactions were made to avoid state ownership after the organization's liquidation in 2017. The properties were registered in foreign structures of the denomination.
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  7. PoliticsPolicyRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    LDF, UDF Clash Over Kerala's Stance on PM SHRI Scheme

    Leaders of Opposition (LoP) Pinarayi Vijayan and Roji M John, both from the LDF, criticized the UDF government's decision to implement the PM SHRI scheme, alleging a U-turn and accusing the UDF of supporting the BJP's 'saffron agenda' in education. They questioned why the UDF opposed the scheme when in opposition but now supports it. IUML MP P.V. Abdul Wahab stated that the state government cannot unilaterally withdraw from the scheme as the right to do so lies with the central government. The issue has sparked internal differences within the UDF.
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    U.S. and Israel Plan Strikes on Iran's Energy Infrastructure This Weekend

    According to multiple sources cited by CBS News, the U.S. and Israel are preparing to launch strikes on targets linked to Iran's energy infrastructure as early as this weekend. The potential campaign could target facilities including power plants and refineries. Iran has responded by updating its list of targets in case of such an attack.
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  10. PoliticsPolicyRegulatorsMiddle EastLogistics

    Russia Mandates Pre-Installed Apps on Devices from 2027

    The Russian government has approved a list of apps that must be pre-installed on smartphones, tablets, computers, and TVs sold in Russia starting January 1, 2027. The list includes 'Yandex Browser', 'Yandex with Alice', 'Yandex.Maps', '2GIS', 'Yandex.Disk', 'Mail.ru Mail', 'Max', 'Zen', 'VK Video', 'VKontakte', 'Odnoklassniki', Mir Pay, 'Gosuslugi', 'MoyOffice', Kaspersky antivirus, Rustore, 'LitRes', and 'Honest Sign'. The voice assistant 'Alice AI' replaces 'Marusia'.
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  12. PoliticsPolicyMiddle EastIsrael

    U.S., Israel Plan Major Attack on Iran's Energy Infrastructure

    The United States and Israel are reportedly planning a major bombing campaign against targets in Iran's energy infrastructure, including power plants and refineries, as early as this weekend. The operation could last several days and is intended to degrade the Iranian military's ability to maintain services and administer the country. U.S. President Donald Trump has not yet given final authorization for the attacks, and some White House advisors have spoken out against the offensive. The military plan was discussed during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Friday.
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  13. PoliticsPolicyGovernanceMiddle EastIsrael

    U.S., Israel Planning Major Strikes on Iran's Energy Infrastructure This Weekend

    The U.S. and Israel are reportedly planning a major bombing campaign against Iran's energy infrastructure, including power plants and refineries, as early as this weekend. According to multiple sources, the operation could be one of the most intense yet, with discussions ongoing to complete it before financial markets open on Monday due to economic concerns. Israel has been informed and is coordinating with the U.S., but President Trump has yet to give final approval.
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  14. WorldPolicyLawCorruptionMiddle East

    US, Israel Discuss Land Blockade of Iran

    The United States and Israel are discussing the possibility of imposing a land blockade on Iran to increase economic pressure on the Islamic Republic. The proposal involves persuading Iran's neighboring countries to restrict or close border crossings, limiting the flow of exports and imports. This option is part of several measures being examined by US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, following months of military operations that have failed to bring about a change in Iran's behavior. Supporters believe that economic isolation weakens the system, while analysts warn of the difficulty of implementation due to Iran's long borders and regional relationships.
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  15. WorldPolicyRegulatorsMiddle East

    US Extends NIS License Until August 28

    The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended the operating license for Serbian oil company NIS, majority-owned by Russia, until August 28. The extension allows NIS to continue its operations and secure crude oil supplies. Serbian officials, including President Aleksandar Vucic and Minister of Mining and Energy Drabravka Jedović Hanđanović, have welcomed the extension but noted that uncertainty persists regarding NIS's long-term future. The extension comes as negotiations continue between Russian owners and Hungarian company MOL over the purchase of the Russian stake in NIS.
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    U.S.-Iran Conflict: Military Damage Unlikely to Force Surrender

    A former senior security official expresses pessimism about the U.S.-led military campaign against Iran. Despite inflicting widespread damage, Iran refuses to surrender or make major concessions. Expanding the campaign to non-military and economic infrastructure is unlikely to change the strategic outcome. Iran is more likely to escalate tensions and impose costs on its rivals rather than negotiate from a position of weakness.
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    4 CHP MPs Expected to Join YENİ Party

    Four Republican People's Party (CHP) members who initially chose to stay with the party are now reportedly considering joining the newly formed YENİ Party. This decision comes amidst internal disputes within CHP, with some members pushing for an extraordinary congress to determine a new leadership. The four MPs, who have not been named, are said to be considering the move if CHP chairman Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu does not announce the congress schedule by August.
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  22. WorldPolicyLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Iran's Stance on Strait of Hormuz Dispute

    Senior former security officials and analysts argue that Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz are not merely due to internal political disputes but rather a strategic response to U.S. policies. They contend that Iran seeks to impose costs on commercial shipping and the global economy to demonstrate the price of continued confrontation. Despite internal debates, there's broad consensus among Iranian leaders that Iran cannot retreat or surrender under military pressure. The war is likely to end if the U.S. accepts Iran's main conditions, including its interpretation of maritime arrangements and lifting the naval blockade.
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    North Korea Warns of War Risk over U.S. Military Expansion in Japan

    North Korea has criticized the increase in U.S. military personnel at Japan-based command, stating that it heightens the risk of conflict on the Korean Peninsula. Pyongyang views this expansion as preparation for a possible conflict and justifies its nuclear program as a deterrent. The U.S. has transformed its military headquarters in Japan into a 'war command,' capable of conducting prolonged, high-intensity military operations alongside regional partners. North Korea has warned that military conflict on the Korean Peninsula is no longer a matter of 'if,' but 'when.'
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