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18/08/2026

A national poll released Monday shows President Trump's approval rating has dropped to 33 percent, the lowest of his presidency. The survey found 64 percent of Amer icans disapprove of his performance. Analysts attribute the decline to public anxiety over the U.S. conflict with Iran and rising gasoline prices. The President defended his policies as necessary.

17/08/2026

On August 16, 2026, American envoy Jared Kushner met Hamas officials in Cairo for over two hours. He then traveled to Jerusalem for talks with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The fifteen-point US peace plan requires Hamas disarmament in exchange for Israeli withdrawal. Netanyahu insisted on verified disarmament before redeployment. No agreement was reached.

17/08/2026

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva holds a narrow lead over right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro ahead of October’s presidential election, according to a BTG Pactual/Nexus poll released Monday.

In a first-round scenario, Lula registered 41% support compared with 36% for Bolsonaro, the eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. Both figures rose one point from the previous week’s survey. Other candidates remained in single digits.

In a simulated runoff, Lula led 47% to 44%, unchanged from the prior poll and within the two-point margin of error, indicating a technical tie. The telephone survey of 2,003 voters was conducted August 14–16. Under Brazilian rules, a candidate needs more than 50% of valid votes to win outright; otherwise the top two advance to a second round.

16/08/2026

U.S. President Donald Trump announced he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory. He claimed existing American control over the waterway. Iranian officials swiftly rejected the statement, affirming their sovereignty. U.S. media later reported the remark was not discussed with advisors, casting doubt on its seriousness.

15/08/2026

Romania's Cernavodă Nuclear Power Plant has fully shut down both reactors due to critically low Danube River levels, which supply cooling water. Unit 1 closed July 28, Unit 2 on August 13. The plant, which provides 20% of Romania's electricity, remains offline indefinitely, with restart expected in at least 10 days.

15/08/2026

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck north of Indonesia's Flores Island at dawn, triggering panic and damage. The tsunami warning was later lifted. At least two deaths and dozens of damaged buildings have been reported. Rescue teams are assessing remote areas. Indonesia lies on the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire.

15/08/2026

India today celebrated its 79th Independence Day. The Prime Minister hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort and addressed the nation. Flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades and cultural programmes were held nationwide. Citizens paid tribute to freedom fighters and reflected on progress since 1947. Security remained tight across the country.

14/08/2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup Island on August 13, 2026, part of the disputed Kuril chain. Japan swiftly protested, reiterating its claim to the "Northern Territories." The islands were seized by the Soviet Union after WWII, preventing a formal peace treaty between Moscow and Tokyo ever since. Putin toured local facilities during the trip.

14/08/2026

Thousands Flee as Wildfire Engulfs Croatian Town

A fierce wildfire near Omis, Croatia, has destroyed homes and forced over 1,000 evacuations. The blaze, fueled by strong winds and drought, spread overnight. More than 150 firefighters and 44 engines are battling the flames. Evacuations occurred by road and sea as the fire threatened the Borak neighborhood.

14/08/2026

President Putin warned European nations that seizing Russian vessels will trigger proportionate retaliation. He condemned the EU’s latest sanctions, which allow selling cargo from detained “shadow fleet” ships, as piracy and a breach of international maritime law. Russia’s Pacific Fleet commander confirmed readiness to inspect and detain foreign ships.

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