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Regulators news — August 18, 2026

Publications tagged with Regulators published on August 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

35 publications

  3. WorldRegulatorsCentral Asia

    Fire Engulfs Village of Chanište, Arson Suspected

    A fire broke out near the village of Chanište around 13:30, quickly spreading and entering the village, burning down several houses and a barn. Director Stojanče Angelov of the Directorate for Protection and Rescue (DZS) suspects arson due to the long line of fire and its spread from different directions. Firefighters from Prilep, DZS rapid intervention team, and volunteers from Bitola are battling the blaze. Two residents inhaled smoke but are stable. The fire has the potential to become one of the largest in this fire season due to the terrain and vegetation.
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  4. WorldRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    France to Expel Two Iranian Diplomats

    The French Foreign Minister, Jean-Yves Le Drian, has announced that France will expel two Iranian diplomats in the coming days. This decision is a response to the 'outrageous' attack on two French diplomats that occurred on July 19. The French Foreign Minister stated that this action was taken because France stands with the people of Iran and supports its artists, scientists, and researchers.
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  5. PoliticsRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    U.S. Imposes Sanctions on ICC President and Officials

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on Tomoko Akane, the Japanese President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), and Abdoulaye Seye, a senior trial lawyer at the ICC. The move is part of an ongoing campaign by the Trump administration against the ICC, which it accuses of overstepping its mandate and abusing its authority. The sanctions freeze any U.S. assets held by the individuals and bar them from doing business with U.S. citizens. The ICC has condemned the sanctions, stating that they undermine the rule of law and threaten the independence of international justice.
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  6. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceResignationMiddle East

    Lavrov: Russia May Consider British Strikes as War Participation

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia has the right to consider direct British involvement in strikes against Russia as participation in the war with all the ensuing consequences. This comes after British Prime Minister's statement supporting Ukraine. Lavrov expressed sympathy for Britain if it continues its stance, citing President Putin's warning about Russia's rights to act in any ocean area if its interests are threatened.
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  8. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Missile Threat in Dubai: Air Raid Sirens Sound Amid Reports of Missile Launch from Yemen

    Air raid sirens sounded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Monday, with reports suggesting that the country's air defense systems detected a missile threat. Multiple sources indicated that the potential threat may have originated from Yemen, with some speculating that Houthi forces could be responsible. The UAE's National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority confirmed the detection of a missile threat. Residents were advised to seek shelter, and the cause of the sirens remains under investigation.
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  10. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceAsiaMiddle East

    Israeli Soldiers Mark Palestinian Detainees with Numbers

    Israeli soldiers marked Palestinian detainees with numbers on their foreheads and arms during a raid in Qabatiya, West Bank. The Israeli army confirmed the incident and stated that commanders emphasized the gravity of the act and lessons were learned. This is not the first time such an incident has occurred, with similar incidents reported in April 2026 and previously in 2024.
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  13. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Ukraine Drone Strike Kills One, Injures 17 at Bus Stop in Energodar

    A Ukrainian drone strike on a bus stop in Energodar, a city under Russian control, resulted in the death of one civilian and injuries to 17 others. The attack occurred near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the largest in Europe. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) condemned the strike, describing it as the worst event to happen at the nuclear plant.
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  15. ScienceLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Putin to Chair Meeting on Economic Structural Changes

    Vladimir Putin will chair a meeting of the Council for Strategic Development and National Projects on August 19. The main topic is the implementation of a plan for structural changes in the Russian economy by 2030. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak will deliver a report on this topic. Additionally, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov will present on ensuring the balance of regional budgets from 2026 to 2029, and Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Grigorenko will discuss work with regions to achieve sociological indicators for national development goals.
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  16. PoliticsRegulatorsCorruptionProtestMiddle East

    Russian Drone Strike in Kherson: Munition Lands in Child's Crib

    In Kherson, a Russian drone strike hit a private house, with a munition flying through the window and landing in a two-year-old child's crib. Miraculously, the child survived with no injuries. The mother and son were hospitalized and are planned to be evacuated. The attack was part of a broader terror campaign in the Kherson region that left two people dead and 12 injured, including two police officers.
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  17. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    Russia Summons Japanese Ambassador Over Putin's Kuril Islands Visit

    Russia summoned Japan's Ambassador to Moscow after Tokyo lodged a protest against Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands. Sergei Lavrov, the Russian Foreign Minister, described Japan's reaction as unacceptable and a breach of diplomatic protocol. The dispute centers around the status of the islands, which Russia claims as part of its territory, while Japan contests this and refers to them as the 'Northern Territories'.
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  18. WorldLegislationRegulatorsMiddle East

    Hormuz Strait Closure: Iran's Conditions for Reopening

    Iran has stated that the Hormuz Strait will remain closed until the United States meets certain conditions. These include lifting the marine blockade and sanctions, freeing Iran's frozen assets, and ceasing military operations. The closure comes amid difficulties in reaching an agreement between Washington and Tehran, following a memorandum of understanding signed last June.
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  19. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Wagenknecht Challenges Höcke to Debate on New Thuringia Government

    Sahra Wagenknecht, founder of the BSW party, has called on Björn Höcke, leader of the AfD in Thuringia, to engage in a public debate about her proposal for a non-partisan prime minister to replace the current Thuringia government. This comes after Höcke offered his support for Wagenknecht to become the state's prime minister. The BSW party is currently in a coalition with the CDU and SPD, but without an absolute majority, they rely on the support of the Left party in the state parliament. The AfD, led by Höcke, is the strongest faction in the parliament and is classified as securely right-wing extremist by the state constitutional protection office.
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  20. WorldRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    Poland's Stance on Sending Patriot Missiles to Ukraine

    Mariusz Blaszczak, Poland's former defense minister and current vice-chairman of the Law and Justice party, has spoken out against sending American Patriot missiles to Ukraine. He argued that Poland needs these missiles for its own defense system, describing them as a 'scarce commodity'. Blaszczak also criticized the idea of creating a 'European legion' for security, stating that 'the Polish army should be the basis for the security of our homeland'. Meanwhile, Deputy Minister of Defense Cezary Tomczyk confirmed that Poland has not made a decision on transferring Patriot missiles to Ukraine, and any such agreement would be secret if signed.
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