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August 6, 2026

6 August 2026

Today in History - Major Events on This Day

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Russian barrage in Ukraine's capital region kills 17

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Ebola outbreak is outpacing response as aid workers strike over pay

Taiwan kicks off annual military drills to counter a potential Chinese attack

US stocks hold near records on hopes of Iran agreement

Judge criticizes Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case

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China announces countermeasures against Washington, including drone exports

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Leader of Myanmar's military-backed government arrives in Thailand

2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first deaths since June truce

US military families face deportation as immigration protections end

Child malnutrition is at critical level, cuts in funding will halt food aid in Afghanistan