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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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UAE Accuses Iran of Firing Ballistic Missiles, Tehran Denies
The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday accused Iran of launching two ballistic missiles towards its territory, with one falling outside and one inside its territorial waters. Tehran has vehemently denied these allegations, leading to heightened tensions in the Gulf region.
At Least 30 Dead in Central African Republic Gold Mine Collapse
A gold mining site in the western part of the Central African Republic collapsed on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of at least 30 miners. Rescuers are actively searching for additional individuals believed to be trapped, though the chances of finding them alive are diminishing.
Grenade Blast Near Kabul School Wounds Dozens of Children
An explosion near a school complex in Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, wounded at least 42 children, with ages ranging from 9 to 14 years old. The United Nations political mission in Afghanistan confirmed the injuries following the incident on Tuesday.
Indonesia Mobilizes Full Resources to Fast-Track NTT Quake Recovery
The Indonesian government is deploying all inter-ministerial and agency resources to accelerate emergency response and recovery efforts in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This mobilization follows a recent earthquake that struck the province.
Myanmar and Russia Sign 12 Agreements, Broadening Bilateral Ties
During Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing's visit to Moscow, Myanmar and Russia signed 12 agreements across various sectors. These pacts encompass areas such as energy, digital technology, culture, and space technology, indicating a broadening of bilateral cooperation.
