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Regulators news — August 17, 2026

Publications tagged with Regulators published on August 17, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

34 publications

  1. PoliticsBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    ONPE to Determine Order of Political Organizations on Ballots for 2026 Elections

    The National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) will hold public draws on Wednesday, August 19, to determine the order of political organizations on the ballots for the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections. The location of political parties will be determined at ONPE's Lima headquarters, while regional movements will be drawn at decentralized offices. The order will be determined by extracting balls assigned to each organization from an urn. The only changes allowed would be those decided by the National Electoral Board (JNE).
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  3. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Russia to Double Scholarships for Ghana, Sign Security Memo with ECOWAS

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced during talks with Ghanaian counterpart Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa that Russia will double scholarships for Ghanaian students starting next academic year. Lavrov also confirmed that Russia will sign a memorandum on security cooperation with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The Ghanaian president has confirmed his participation in the third Russia-Africa summit. Additionally, Ghana is expected to soon ratify an intergovernmental agreement on military-technical cooperation with Russia.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsCivil RightsMiddle East

    Sonko Defends Management of Prime Minister's Funds, Claims Full Traceability

    Ousmane Sonko, the current President of the National Assembly, has stepped up to defend his management of the resources allocated to the Prime Minister's Office during his tenure. In interviews, he claimed to be the only Prime Minister able to justify every cent spent on the Prime Minister's funds, rejecting accusations of opaque management. He stated that he had established strict management rules, including no cash payments, and that he never touched any of these funds personally. Sonko's statements come amidst a national debate on the framing of political funds and the examination of a bill on special credits and secret funds in the National Assembly. He has previously advocated for maintaining political funds for certain sovereignty missions while subjecting them to greater control and transparency.
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  6. WorldRegulatorsCorruptionTrialMiddle East

    Iran Vows to Fight U.S. Until 'Complete Defeat'

    The Iranian Armed Forces have declared they will not yield to the United States until they achieve their 'complete defeat'. This statement comes amidst ongoing tensions between Iran and the U.S., with both sides accusing each other of violating a June memorandum of understanding aimed at ending military operations and negotiating a final peace agreement. Iran has agreed with Oman on a safe navigation route in the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian military has expressed confidence in facing the 'most equipped army in the world' and has offered a $30,000 prize to any Iranian military who captures or kills an aggressive U.S. military personnel.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle EastNorth America

    Ukraine's Patriot Missiles Running Short

    Ukraine is facing a critical shortage of Patriot missiles, with some launchers idle for up to six weeks. CNN reports that Ukraine has virtually exhausted its stockpile of interceptors for American Patriot systems, making the systems useless without missiles. The global shortage of these interceptors, exacerbated by their extensive use in other conflicts like the US and Israel vs Iran war, is contributing to this issue. Ukraine needs around 5% of the US stockpile to ensure adequate protection for the upcoming winter but currently has only about 1%.
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  11. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastPublic Health

    Niger to Build $1.9 Billion Refinery in Dosso

    Niger has signed a $1.9 billion agreement with Zimar Group for the construction of a 100,000 barrels per day refinery and petrochemical complex in Dosso. The project, a public-private partnership, aims to transform local oil, create jobs, secure petroleum product supply, and develop related infrastructure. It is expected to take three years to build and 13 years to operate before being transferred to the state.
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  13. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsMiddle East

    Trump Criticizes Fox News' Shannon Bream

    President Trump has criticized Fox News host Shannon Bream on his Truth Social platform. He accused her of only presenting negative guests, charts, and polls, and ignoring the administration's record of success. Trump mentioned achievements such as border control, record stock-market highs, massive investment, military wins, and low crime rates. He described her show as 'beyond redemption' and suggested that his supporters, MAGA, already see through it.
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  15. U.S.LegislationRegulatorsPeace

    Russia Demands Explanations from US and Turkey Over Weapons to Ukraine

    The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested explanations from the US and Turkey regarding their plans to supply weapons to Ukraine. The ministry warned that such actions would seriously harm Russia's relations with both countries and would not influence the course of the special military operation according to the Russian scenario. The planned weapons include ATACMS missiles, MLRS, and cluster munitions. Russia considers the combination of peacekeeping rhetoric with weapons supplies to Ukraine as undermining mutual trust.
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  16. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Kurdistan Region PM Condemns Iranian Drone Attacks

    The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, has condemned drone attacks on his office and the residence of the head of the Kurdistan Region Security Council in Erbil province early Monday. The attacks, described as 'cowardly and unacceptable', were carried out by Iran and pose a direct threat to the security and stability of the Kurdistan Region.
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  17. PoliticsBillRegulatorsReliefMiddle East

    Russia's Stance on Negotiations and Ceasefire in Ukraine

    Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and State Duma representative Leonid Slutsky, have publicly rejected proposals for a ceasefire along the current front line. Russia is instead trying to maintain dialogue with Washington to avoid increased American pressure. Political scientists Ilya Kotov and Vladimir Fesenko believe that Moscow is attempting to drag out negotiations to weaken Western support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, U.S. negotiators Steve Wolff and Jared Kushner are expected to visit Ukraine to discuss peace initiatives, but experts suggest that their mission may face challenges due to Ukraine's strengthened positions and Russia's vulnerability.
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  18. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle EastNorth America

    Poland Prepares for Potential War with Russia

    Poland's Deputy Minister of National Defense, Cezary Tomczyk, has warned of a potential threat from Russia, stating that the country is preparing for war while hoping it will not happen. He cited reports of a possible Russian provocation against Poland and emphasized that much depends on the course of the war in Ukraine. Tomczyk also noted that Poland's military spending is intended to deter enemies and that Russia is not ready for a confrontation with NATO.
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  19. PoliticsRegulatorsIndictmentMiddle East

    Israeli Settlers Establish New Outposts Near Ramallah

    Israeli settlers have begun establishing new outposts on Palestinian land near Ramallah in the West Bank. According to Palestinian sources, this could increase the number of settlements in the region to six. The new outposts are being set up simultaneously with attacks and assaults targeting Palestinians and their lands and homes in several areas in the West Bank.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Xi Jinping Commemorates Jiang Zemin's Centenary

    Chinese President Xi Jinping attended and addressed a grand meeting commemorating the centenary of the birth of late Chinese leader Jiang Zemin on August 17 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi praised Jiang's contributions to China's development, highlighting his role in promoting reform and opening up, maintaining social order, and leading the country through major challenges. The event was broadcast live by China Media Group and other platforms.
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  21. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Lebanon Demands UNIFIL Extension, Israel Opposes

    Lebanese President Michel Aoun and other officials have repeatedly emphasized the importance of extending the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). They argue that UNIFIL's presence helps stabilize the population in southern Lebanon and strengthens cooperation with the Lebanese Army. Israel, however, rejects UNIFIL's presence and has been pressuring for its removal. If extending UNIFIL's mandate proves impossible, Lebanon is open to alternative international forces to maintain security and support the army.
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  22. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    8 Nations Blame Israel for Blocking Gaza Peace Plan

    Eight Arab and Islamic countries, including Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, issued a joint statement condemning Israel's rejection of the Trump administration's 15-point roadmap for Gaza. The ministers said this rejection hinders peace efforts and makes Israel responsible for any consequences. The plan, accepted by Palestinian factions, includes disarmament, Israeli withdrawal, international stabilizing forces, and reconstruction.
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  24. PoliticsBillRegulatorsElectionsMiddle East

    SPS Running Independently in Elections

    The Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS) will run independently in the upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections. Party president Ivica Dačić dismissed speculation about talks with the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) regarding a pre-election coalition. The SPS will have its own presidential candidate and has agreed that city, municipal, and district boards must submit lists of candidates by August 25.
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