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Politics news — September 10, 2026

Politics publications published on September 10, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

49 publications

  4. PoliticsBillCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

    PH Denies Challenging King's Pardon Power, Demands Clarification from UMNO

    Pakatan Harapan (PH) leaders, including PKR's Danish Hairudin and Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, have denied allegations by UMNO Secretary-General Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki that PH is challenging the power of pardon of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. They assert that PH's statements focus on corruption, abuse of power, and the rule of law, and do not target the royal institution. PH demands clarification from Asyraf Wajdi, while UMNO expresses dissatisfaction with PH's statement.
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  8. PoliticsCorruptionProtestMiddle East

    Iran Executes Nearly 60 Protesters and Dissidents

    According to an investigation by Human Rights Watch, Iran has executed nearly 60 protesters and political dissidents in the past five months. The executions, which began after anti-government protests in January, target individuals who participated in these demonstrations. Human Rights Watch and other NGOs report that these executions are happening on a weekly basis, with at least 29 people announced dead between March 18 and the end of August 2026.
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  9. PoliticsRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    Chile Accuses Diosdado Cabello of Hiring Aragua Train to Kill Venezuelan Opposition Figure

    The Chilean Prosecutor's Office has accused Diosdado Cabello, a high-ranking official in Venezuela's ruling party, of hiring the Aragua Train, a transnational criminal organization, to assassinate former opposition military officer Ronald Ojeda in Santiago in February 2024. The investigation, spanning two years and involving multiple countries, alleges that Cabello negotiated and financed the operation, which had political motivations. A trial against 34 members of the criminal organization has begun in Chile.
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  10. PoliticsWarMiddle EastIsrael

    IDF Destroys Hezbollah's Underground Infrastructure in Southern Lebanon

    The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have successfully destroyed Hezbollah's underground infrastructure in the Ali Taher Ridge area of southern Lebanon. This includes a strategic complex built over two decades with Iranian funding, containing tunnels, rockets, missiles, and a central command center. The operation aims to neutralize Hezbollah's ability to plan and carry out terror attacks and establish a security zone in the region.
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  11. PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelCounterterrorism

    IDF Destroys Hezbollah's Strategic Infrastructure in Ta'ir Ridge

    The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have successfully destroyed the underground infrastructure of Hezbollah in the Ta'ir Ridge, southern Lebanon, completing the establishment of a security zone in the region. The destroyed infrastructure, built over two decades with Iranian funding and planning, included tunnels, weapons, and command posts intended for conquering the Galilee and controlling observation and fire on nearby Israeli towns. IDF forces remain in the area to prevent Hezbollah's return and continue destroying terrorist infrastructure.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    Western Veterans Train Russians for Ukraine War

    Leaked intelligence memos reveal that former British and Australian special forces operators, including SAS veterans, have been training Russian soldiers for combat in Ukraine. The training, which includes close combat and sniper courses, reportedly continued even after the 2022 invasion. The main facility named is Alfa-Metal in Bulgaria, linked to a Russian security firm. Both Alfa-Metal and senior SAS sources deny the allegations.
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  20. PoliticsBillJudiciaryRegulatorsMiddle East

    China Opposes U.S.-Backed IAEA Resolution on Iran

    China opposed a U.S.-pushed International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) resolution on Iran, warning that political confrontation and pressure would only aggravate tensions. The Chinese representative to the IAEA stated that the U.S. and Israel have previously struck Iran's nuclear facilities, hindering cooperation between Iran and the IAEA. China called for a return to dialogue and peace in the Middle East.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsNorth America

    Jimmy Kimmel Moves Talarico Interview to YouTube Due to FCC Threats

    Jimmy Kimmel announced that his interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, originally scheduled to air on ABC, will now be released exclusively on YouTube. Kimmel cited threats from the FCC, led by Trump appointee Brendan Carr, as the reason for the change. This decision comes amidst ongoing tensions between ABC and the FCC, with ABC suing the agency in August over license renewal threats. Kimmel expressed concern for ABC affiliates, particularly in Texas, and encouraged viewers to register to vote.
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  24. PoliticsPeaceConstitution

    President's Doubts on Berek's Candidacy for Constitutional Tribunal Judge

    The President's Chancellery has expressed 'gargantuan' or 'gigantic' doubts about the 10-year legal advisor's practice of Maciej Berek, whose candidacy for a judge position at the Constitutional Tribunal is being considered. The President's Chancellery sent an official letter to the Marshal of the Sejm seeking clarification on the formal procedure of Berek's candidacy.
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