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Politics news — September 7, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on September 7, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 2.

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  1. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Russian Forces Surround 1,700 Ukrainian Troops in Kharkiv Region

    Russian forces have created a pocket of encirclement for Ukrainian troops in the northeast of the Kharkov region, specifically in the areas of Varvarovka, Malaya Volchya, Nevedovka, and Chornoye. Around 1,700 Ukrainian soldiers are surrounded, with no attempts to break out reported. The Russian military continues to destroy Ukrainian formations and has suffered minimal losses.
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    Gangster-Turned-Politician Gurpreet Singh Sekhon Joins AAP Ahead of Punjab Polls

    Gurpreet Singh Sekhon, the main accused in the 2016 Nabha jailbreak case and a former gangster, has joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of the Punjab Assembly elections. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann welcomed Sekhon into the party at an event in Zira. Political analysts believe AAP could field Sekhon from the Zira Assembly constituency, potentially reshaping the political contest in the Akali Dal stronghold. The move has sparked controversy, with the opposition questioning AAP's decision and whether Sekhon could get a ticket in the 2027 Assembly polls.
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    Russia Prepares Massive Missile Strike on Ukraine

    Intelligence reports indicate that Russia is preparing a significant missile strike on Ukraine, with a focus on Kyiv and the western regions. The redeployment of strategic bombers, including Tu-95MS and Tu-160 aircraft, from the Far East to Russian airbases near the Ukrainian border has been observed. The attack is expected to occur within the next few days or weeks.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastIsrael

    Israeli Navy Injures Palestinian Fishermen Off Gaza Coast

    Three Palestinian fishermen were injured when Israeli naval forces opened fire on them while they were working off the coast of Gaza city. The injured fishermen have been identified as Asaed Mohammed Abu Reialeh (16), Ibrahim Azzam Bakr (22), and another unnamed individual. The Union of Fishermen's Committees confirmed the incident and condemned the Israeli occupation forces' actions.
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    French Far-Right Party Leader Calls for Conditional Aid to Ukraine

    Jordan Bardella, leader of France's 'National Rally' party, has stated that France's financial situation prevents it from continuing to provide unconditional aid to Ukraine. He suggested that aid should be made conditional, with Ukraine providing guarantees or resources in return. Bardella praised the US for demanding such conditions, citing access to rare earth resources as an example. He also called for weapons purchased with European aid to be sourced from European companies.
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    LDPR Collects Signatures for Family Support Measures

    The Liberal Democratic Party of Russia (LDPR) has been collecting signatures across the country for its plan to support Russian families. The party's leader, Leonid Slutsky, outlined three key demands: making housing more affordable through a 'people's mortgage' at 3%, providing support to families upon childbirth rather than relying solely on family income, and stripping migrants of social support. Over 600,000 signatures have been collected so far.
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  12. PoliticsMiddle East

    Putin's Ambitions for Donbas by End of Year

    Vladimir Putin is determined to capture the entire territory of Donbas by the end of the year, according to reports from Reuters and other media outlets. Despite slow progress and skepticism from Western analysts, the Russian president remains confident in his army's ability to achieve this goal. However, a U.S.-based think tank, the Institute for the Study of War, estimates that at the current pace, it could take until 2032 for Russia to seize the remaining territories.
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    AfD's Triumphant Win in Saxony-Anhalt

    The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has secured a resounding victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, achieving its best result ever. Led by top candidate Ulrich Siegmund, AfD won approximately 45% of the vote, surpassing the ruling Christian Democratic Union (CDU) led by Prime Minister Sven Schulze. AfD leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla celebrated the victory alongside Siegmund, who expressed confidence in forming a government.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsPeace

    U.S. Military Implements Mandatory Testosterone Testing for Service Members

    The U.S. military has introduced new rules requiring testosterone screening for a significant portion of its active-duty personnel and reservists. Men aged 30 and above will undergo blood tests to check their testosterone levels as part of the military's health checks. Female service members will be assessed under a separate protocol for symptoms like persistent fatigue or menstrual cycle changes. The initiative, pushed by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, aims to maintain a healthier and more capable fighting force but faces skepticism from some medical professionals.
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    Far-Right Parties Congratulate AfD's Victory in Saxony-Anhalt

    Leaders of several European far-right parties, including Portugal's André Ventura, Italy's Matteo Salvini, Spain's Santiago Abascal, and France's Sarah Knafo, have congratulated the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party on its victory in the state elections in Saxony-Anhalt. AfD won approximately 44% of the votes, falling short of an absolute majority but securing its first chance to govern a German state.
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