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Politics news — September 19, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on September 19, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 3.

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  3. PoliticsTrialMiddle EastCybersecurity

    Moscow's Electronic Voting System Checks for VPN Usage

    Moscow's electronic voting system (EVD) has been found to check if voters have VPNs enabled. Programmer Petr Zhizhin discovered that the voting website elec.mos.ru forces the voter's browser to load an image from YouTube before entering. Since YouTube is blocked in Russia, if the image loads, it indicates the voter has a VPN. The browser then sends this result to the voting server, allowing the operator to know if a voter is using a VPN and their identity. This check does not prevent voting.
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  5. PoliticsLawJudiciaryGovernanceNorth America

    Potential US Ban on Apple, Samsung, and Google Devices Over Spatial Audio Patents

    The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has opened an investigation into Apple, Samsung, and Google products featuring spatial audio, following a complaint by BoomCloud 360, a California-based audio technology company. BoomCloud 360 alleges that the tech giants infringe on three of its patents related to spatial audio processing. If found guilty, it could lead to a US import ban on certain devices from these companies.
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  7. PoliticsJudiciaryRegulatorsDisinformationProtestMiddle East

    Iran Executes Spy for Israel

    The Islamic Republic of Iran has carried out the death penalty for an agent who sold information to Israel's Mossad intelligence agency about the locations of missiles in the city of Isfahan. The man, identified as Hossein Pedaran, was accused of providing information about Iranian missile sites to Mossad. He confessed to being recruited by Israel's security services and cooperating with Mossad.
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  8. PoliticsConstitutionWarMiddle East

    Ukraine's Monthly Military Losses Reach Record 27,000

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk revealed in parliament that Ukraine is currently suffering around 27,000 military casualties (killed and wounded) per month, marking a record high since the start of the war. Tusk attributed this increase to Russia's new strategies and technological capabilities, including the use of drones. He warned that if this trend continues, 'winter in Ukraine could be catastrophic'. This figure is significantly higher than the 50,000 total casualties reported by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in late July.
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  12. PoliticsIsrael

    BCCI Delays Decision on Ajit Agarkar's Future as Chief Selector

    The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet made a final decision on the future of Ajit Agarkar as the chief selector. The BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) has authorized office-bearers to decide whether to extend Agarkar's term or initiate the process of finding his replacement. Agarkar has indicated that he does not wish to continue in his role beyond his current term ending on October 4.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Vox Demands Visa Denial to Moroccans Until Rabat Recognizes Spanish Sovereignty Over Ceuta and Melilla

    Vox, a Spanish political party, has proposed denying visas to Moroccan nationals until Morocco publicly acknowledges Spain's sovereignty over Ceuta, Melilla, and other Spanish territories in North Africa. The party argues that Morocco's actions, including mass entries into Ceuta, constitute a 'deliberate act of hybrid war' and that Spain should take a firmer stance against what they perceive as Moroccan aggression.
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  18. PoliticsMiddle EastConflictDefense

    Russia Prepares Large Armored Assault Near Dobropillia

    The Russian command is redeploying armored vehicles and drone support to the Dobropillia direction, where it may launch new mechanized assaults in the fall. Around 1200 drone crews from the Russian 'Rubicon' center are operating on this axis, indicating Russia's intention to use drones for reconnaissance, isolation of the battlefield, and support for mechanized attacks. Both sides are attempting to reintroduce elements of mechanized maneuver warfare to break out of the positional stalemate, but Ukrainian attempts have been more successful so far.
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  22. PoliticsElectionsTransitionMiddle East

    Russia's State Duma Elections Proceed Smoothly Despite Provocations

    All polling stations in Russia opened on time and without major incidents during the State Duma elections. Voting began smoothly, with only minor issues reported. Ella Pamfilova, head of the Central Election Commission, noted that fraudulent Telegram channels were spreading false information about voting. Over 1,200 international observers and 12,500 journalists are accredited to monitor the elections. Early voting in border regions and hard-to-reach areas saw high participation. Drone activity near polling stations was reported in some areas.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Israeli Settlers Attack Palestinians, Set Vehicles on Fire in West Bank

    Israeli settlers have launched a series of attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank, including firing live ammunition, storming villages, setting vehicles on fire, and attempting to kidnap a child. These incidents have resulted in injuries and property damage. Meanwhile, Israeli forces have tightened security measures at checkpoints and roads, causing traffic congestion.
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