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US Sanctions Raul Castro's Grandson and Cuban Entities
The United States has imposed new sanctions on Fidel Ernesto Castro Calis, grandson of former Cuban President Raúl Castro, and five Cuban state-linked entities. The sanctions are part of an ongoing effort to increase economic pressure on the island nation.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineBurnham to lobby Trump on Ukraine Patriot missiles
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to travel to the US in September to lobby President Donald Trump for additional Patriot air defence interceptor missiles for Ukraine. The visit aims to secure supplies ahead of winter, as Russia intensifies missile strikes.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesTrump signs order to expand cyber operations against transnational crime groups
US President Donald Trump signed a national security memorandum on 12 August 2026 authorising federal law enforcement to use cyber tools against transnational criminal organisations. The order establishes a programme for private-sector companies to conduct surveillance and disruption operations under government oversight, with participating firms required to post a $1 million bond.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastHouthi missile and drone attacks hit Mokha port and Saudi Aramco refinery
Houthi rebels launched missile and drone attacks on Yemen’s Mokha port and a Saudi Aramco refinery on 9 August 2026, killing at least seven people and wounding dozens. The strikes targeted military installations and residential areas, escalating regional instability and disrupting shipping routes near the Bab el-Mandeb strait.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky says Ukraine developing Starlink alternative amid missile shortage
Ukraine is developing its own satellite communication system with a European partner and has begun testing it, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. He also stated that Russia and China are collaborating on a rival to Starlink, expected by December 2026. Zelensky hopes to persuade Elon Musk to allow Starlink use for strikes within Russia.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaHegseth attends A3C forum in Panama as Colombia joins US-led drug coalition
Pete Hegseth travelled to Panama for the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition forum on 12 August 2026, where Colombia’s new government authorised joint military operations with the US. The coalition, formed under the Shield of the Americas, now includes 20 countries.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaPutin shifts power to FSB as Russian elites fear agency’s growing control
Russian President Vladimir Putin has concentrated authority in the Federal Security Service (FSB), sidelining technocrats and expanding digital surveillance. A new law allows the state to freeze assets and deny consular services to expatriates. Reports describe elites as fearful of the FSB’s unchecked influence, with some blaming setbacks in Armenia, Moldova and Hungary on former official Sergei Kiriyenko.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastGaza Civil Defense Recovers 55 Palestinian Remains from Rubble
Gaza's Civil Defense recovered the remains of 55 Palestinians from beneath a building destroyed in an Israeli strike approximately two to three years ago. Recovery operations were hindered by equipment shortages, according to officials.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastHouthis fire six missiles at Yemen’s Mocha port, killing four civilians
The Houthis launched six ballistic missiles at the Red Sea port of Mocha on 14 August 2026, killing four civilians, according to Yemen’s internationally recognised government. The attack escalates tensions between the Iran-aligned group and Saudi-backed forces, with conflicting claims over the targets hit.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran Security Chief Blames Trump for Nuclear Arms Race
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei stated that US President Donald Trump's actions have fueled a global desire for nuclear weapons. Rezaei asserted that Iran adheres to international nuclear treaties and safeguards, while the IAEA has previously noted concerns about Iran's nuclear program.
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Vance calls Iran negotiations messy as Trump claims deal near Hormuz Strait
US Vice President JD Vance said negotiations with Iran would be 'messy' and 'take some time', describing Iranians as 'extremely difficult people'. President Donald Trump claimed a deal to reopen the Hormuz Strait was 'right around the corner', while Iran's president said communicating with its leader was 'very difficult'.
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Trump threatens Iran with military strikes if Strait of Hormuz stays closed
Donald Trump warned Iran that the US would launch major strikes unless the Strait of Hormuz is reopened, while Axios reported an interim deal was near. Oil prices fell below $80 a barrel after US officials expressed hope for a resolution, though no centre-rated outlet covered the story.
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US reports progress in Hormuz shipping talks with Iran and Oman
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed progress in negotiations with Iran and Oman to increase commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, though no final agreement has been reached. Qatar and Pakistan are mediating, with a Saudi source suggesting a deal could be announced within days.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificUS drone firm Powerus signs Pakistan Army deal
US drone manufacturer Powerus has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Pakistan Army, which includes an initial order for drone-related systems. The company is also slated to merge with Aureus Greenway Holdings, a firm in which Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump hold a significant stake.
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Conflict & Security · ChinaChina builds new installations on Yagong Island in Paracels
New structures have been sighted on Yagong Island in the Paracel Islands, according to satellite imagery. Analysts suggest the construction could be the start of an early warning radar facility, potentially supporting installations on nearby Antelope Reef. Construction began in March and April.
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Conflict & Security · Middle East9/11 lawsuit figure Omar al-Bayoumi filmed paintballing with al-Qaeda leader
Newly released video shows Omar al-Bayoumi, a key figure in a $1 trillion lawsuit by 9/11 families against Saudi Arabia, playing paintball with Anwar al-Awlaki. The FBI had the footage shortly after the 2001 attacks but did not release it publicly.
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Israel demolishes houses in southern Lebanon as Lebanon calls it illegal
Israel's defence minister said its military was 'destroying all the houses' in southern Lebanon, where Lebanon claims the demolitions are systematic and illegal. Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the actions as a violation of international law, while Israel maintains the areas are military facilities.
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US, UK, France, Germany draft resolution to refer Iran to UN Security Council
The United States, Britain, France, and Germany have drafted a resolution to refer Iran to the UN Security Council. The move follows Iran's non-compliance with nuclear non-proliferation obligations, with the IAEA board having previously found Iran in breach.
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Conflict & Security · ChinaTaiwan President Lai Ching-te stresses strength for peace on Kinmen visit
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te visited the frontline island of Kinmen on August 23, 2026, to mark the 68th anniversary of a key battle with Chinese forces. He stated that peace can only be secured through strength and not an inch of territory should be sacrificed.
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Fidan Accuses Israel of Destabilizing Syria During Damascus Visit
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan accused Israel of seeking to destabilize Syria during a visit to Damascus. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani stated Damascus remains committed to a diplomatic solution. The comments followed Israeli strikes on Abu al-Duhur Air Base.
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