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Politics news — September 11, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on September 11, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 3.

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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsThink TanksMiddle East

    Turkic States to Establish TÜRKPOL for Joint Security Mechanism

    Turkic states are set to establish a joint security mechanism, TÜRKPOL, to combat cross-border crime and terrorism. Proposed by Turkey's Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi, TÜRKPOL aims to create a common mechanism for detecting wanted persons, similar to EUROPOL and ASEANAPOL. The initiative was discussed and supported at the 3rd meeting of the Council of Interior Ministers of the Turkic States Organization (TDT) in Kazakhstan. The proposal includes establishing special passport lanes at airports and exploring identity travel expansion between Turkic states.
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  4. PoliticsCorruptionDefense

    Samuel Eto'o Accused of Misappropriating Funds

    Samuel Eto'o, the president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), is accused of diverting €567,570 intended for a friendly match between Cameroon and Russia. The funds were allegedly transferred to him personally instead of the federation. Eto'o has responded to the allegations, denying any wrongdoing and claiming that the accusations are part of a coordinated attack against him for speaking out on African interests.
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  5. PoliticsAppointments

    Montenegro's EU Integration Progress and Mandić's Resignation Vote

    Montenegro's Deputy Prime Minister Filip Ivanović and Polish envoy Pavel Koval discussed Montenegro's successful European integration progress, with over half of the negotiating chapters closed, and expectations for membership by the end of the year. Meanwhile, the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Tirana reinforced Montenegro's European perspective. Separately, the resignation vote of Montenegrin Parliament President Andrija Mandić, who sent condolences to the family of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić, is a significant political event that will reveal parties' stances on war crimes and international court verdicts.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle East

    Emma Bonino, Italian Politician and Human Rights Advocate, Dies at 78

    Emma Bonino, a prominent Italian politician and human rights advocate, has died at the age of 78. Known for her defense of women's rights, civil liberties, and Europeanism, Bonino served as a Member of Parliament, Senator, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Member of the European Parliament, and European Commissioner. She was also a recipient of the Prince of Asturias Award for International Cooperation.
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  7. PoliticsIsraelAmerican FootballMotorsports

    Jaylen Brown Makes Boxing Debut in Nigeria

    Philadelphia 76ers star Jaylen Brown, known for his versatility both on and off the court, recently added another skill to his resume by participating in an amateur boxing match in Nigeria. The five-time All-Star, who has been training in Muay Thai since 2023, faced an unnamed opponent in an exhibition bout at the NIS Gymnasium in Lagos. Despite minimal preparation, Brown showed sharp defense and connected with a left jab. This boxing debut comes as no surprise, given Brown's interest in combat sports and his family's boxing background; his father, Quinton Marselles Brown, was a professional boxer. Brown's new team, the Philadelphia 76ers, will be looking for him to bring this same tenacity to the court as they aim to compete in the Eastern Conference.
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  8. PoliticsMiddle East

    Belarus to Conduct Army-wide Combat Readiness Check, Including Mobilization

    Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced plans to conduct a comprehensive check of the combat readiness of the entire Belarusian army, up to and including mobilization. He stated that 'it's time to shake up the army' and that the goal is to prepare for war to prevent one. The checks will involve various units, including artillery brigades, tank divisions, and motorized rifle units, using the experience of modern military conflicts.
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  12. PoliticsMiddle EastSci Policy

    Ukraine Developing AI-Enabled Missiles

    Ukraine is advancing its autonomous weaponry by incorporating artificial intelligence into missiles. Multiple companies are working on this initiative, led by Brave1, the state-backed innovation platform. While AI has been prevalent in Ukrainian drones and robots, its integration into missiles marks a significant evolution. The technology aims to enhance strike capabilities without entirely replacing human involvement.
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  13. PoliticsBillLawInvestigationMiddle East

    Progressive Slovakia and Smer-SD Tie at Top, Republic Gains

    A recent poll by NMS and Focus agencies shows Progressive Slovakia (PS) and Smer-SD tied at the top with 17.3% each, while the extra-parliamentary Republic movement has significantly improved, gaining 12.4% and approaching Smer-SD. If elections were held in September, PS would win with 40 seats, Smer-SD with 30, and Republic with 29. Other parties like Hlas-SD, SaS, and KDH would also make it to parliament, while Democrats are close to the threshold. The poll was conducted on a sample of 1004-1012 respondents.
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  15. PoliticsJudiciaryMiddle EastCentral Asia

    Russia Threatens Nuclear Strikes on Kyiv and NATO

    Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, has repeatedly warned that Russia could use nuclear weapons against Kyiv and NATO targets if the situation escalates. In interviews with Vedomosti, Medvedev emphasized that Russia's nuclear doctrine allows for such strikes in certain cases and is not just a 'hint'. He blamed the West for trying to provoke a nuclear apocalypse and stated that Russia's patience is not infinite.
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  17. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    AfD Files Criminal Charges Against Federal Chancellor Merz Over 'Ethnic Cleansing' Accusation

    Following a heated debate in the Bundestag, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has filed criminal charges against Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The charges stem from Merz's accusation that the AfD wants to carry out 'ethnic cleansings' based on origin and skin color, using the term 'remigration'. The AfD rejects these accusations and considers them defamatory. Several historians have also criticized Merz's choice of words.
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  18. PoliticsCorruptionProtestNorth America

    NABU Investigates Over 60 Ukrainian Lawmakers

    The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has opened cases against more than 60 deputies, according to Alexander Abakumov, head of one of the investigative units. The bureau is investigating allegations of corruption against the lawmakers, including money laundering and illegal asset seizures. Abakumov expressed concern that if the number of deputies under investigation continues to grow, they could potentially have enough votes to change Ukrainian legislation in their favor.
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  19. PoliticsLegislationAppointmentsMiddle East

    Robots March in Poland to Demand AI Regulation

    Around 30 robots, including humanoids and quadrupeds, marched through Warsaw to protest against the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and its potential impact on jobs. Organized by the 'Democratism' initiative, the protest called for stronger regulations to protect workers from being replaced by AI and robots. The event gained attention from the public and the Minister of Digital Affairs, Krzysztof Gawkowski, who spoke with the organizers.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    BJP, Congress Clash Over India's BRICS Moment

    The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress are engaged in a war of words over India's role and gains from the BRICS grouping. The BJP has hit back at Congress over its criticism of the BRICS summit, calling it 'naaraz fufa'. Congress leader P. Chidambaram has questioned India's gains from BRICS, while the BJP has accused the opposition party of opposing India's progress. The upcoming 18th BRICS summit in New Delhi has sparked political debate in India.
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