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Politics news — September 21, 2026

Politics publications published on September 21, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

60 publications

  2. PoliticsBillReliefMiddle East

    Taliban Condemns Pakistani Airstrikes in Kunar and Paktika

    Zabihullah Mujahid, Taliban spokesman, condemned Pakistani airstrikes in Kunar and Paktika provinces, describing them as 'a crime and aggression'. He confirmed civilian casualties, including three deaths and four injuries, and stated that the Taliban would respond appropriately. The strikes were seen as an attempt by Pakistan to divert attention from its internal security failures.
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  4. PoliticsBillCivil RightsMiddle East

    Berlin's Left Facing Anti-Semitism Allegations After State Elections

    Following the state elections in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, the Left party has come under fire for alleged anti-Semitism. With 42% of voters in Kreuzberg supporting the Left despite these allegations, a Jewish resident wonders about their welcome in the neighborhood. The party's candidates have been criticized for promoting positions that could lead to the demise of Israel as a Jewish state, while leading politicians avoid questions on the issue. Chancellor Merz has condemned the rise in anti-Semitic incidents and called for clear answers from the SPD and Greens in Berlin.
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  5. PoliticsNorth America

    South Dakota's Republican Secretary of State Endorses Democrat to Succeed Her

    South Dakota's Republican Secretary of State, Monae Johnson, has endorsed the Democratic nominee, Terrence Davis, over the Republican nominee, Heather Baxter, to succeed her. Johnson, who lost the Republican nomination to Baxter in June, praised Davis' qualifications and urged voters to look beyond party affiliation. Baxter criticized Johnson's decision, stating that the party nomination should stand. The three candidates, including Libertarian Tamara Lesnar, will face off in the November 2026 election.
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  6. PoliticsBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    French Politicians Debate Russian Threat

    Florian Philippot, leader of the French party 'Patriots', criticized his country's leadership for suggesting a Russian threat. He argued that there is no Russian threat in France, but rather threats from Macronists and a European threat. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed claims of a Russian threat to France, stating that Russia does not threaten or blackmail any European country.
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  10. PoliticsBillRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    PP Secretary Demands Return of Migrants to Morocco, Calls Sánchez 'Cowardly' and 'Indecent'

    Miguel Tellado, secretary general of the PP, criticized Pedro Sánchez's handling of the migrant crisis in Ceuta, labeling migrants as 'invaders' and demanding their return to Morocco. He accused Sánchez of disloyalty, ignoring responsibilities, and behaving like a 'puppet' of the Moroccan regime. Tellado also slammed Sánchez's economic policies and called for a change in government in 2027.
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  11. PoliticsAppointmentsMiddle EastNorth America

    Moscow Region Elections Conclude with High Voter Turnout

    A three-day voting period in the Moscow region has ended with high voter turnout. Governor Andrei Vorobyov thanked residents for their active participation, regardless of the voting method chosen. Over 23,000 observers monitored the elections, with around 4,000 trained by the regional branch of United Russia. The authorities plan to continue developing infrastructure and implementing resident initiatives.
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  13. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Far-right AfD Party Makes Strong Gains in German Regional Elections, Merz Calls Results a 'Disaster'

    The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has made significant progress in regional elections in Berlin and the northeastern region of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, according to polls and initial results. Chancellor Friedrich Merz acknowledged an 'electoral disaster' for his conservative party, the CDU, which suffered heavy losses. The radical left also made gains in Berlin, winning the election there for the first time.
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  14. PoliticsMiddle East

    Belarus CEC Chair Praises Russia's Multi-Day Voting Experience

    Igor Karpenko, Chairman of Belarus' Central Election Commission (CEC), visited Russia to observe its State Duma elections. He praised Russia's voting process, highlighting the good conditions for citizens, safety measures, and the high interest shown by voters. Karpenko noted that this experience holds great practical value for developing electoral standards within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
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  15. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    Diesel Prices in Ukraine Surge to Over 100 Hryvnia Per Liter

    Diesel prices in Ukraine have surged to over 100 hryvnia per liter (approximately 195.5 rubles) at various gas stations, with some networks recording increases of up to 103-104 hryvnia per liter. This marks the second price hike in a single day, with gasoline also seeing an increase of 1 hryvnia. The price surge is affecting agricultural incomes, particularly for sunflower and corn harvesting, which is currently underway.
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  17. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionThink TanksMiddle East

    Hamid Ansari Quotes Nehru, Sparks Row Over Hindu Right-Wing Communalism

    Former Vice President Hamid Ansari sparked a political row by quoting Jawaharlal Nehru's statement that the real danger to India was not communism, but Hindu right-wing communalism. Ansari made these remarks at the AG Noorani Memorial Lecture, where he also praised Noorani's book 'The RSS: A Menace to India'. The BJP and other right-wing groups have criticized Ansari's statement, while some Muslim leaders have supported him.
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    Amanda Lear Accuses Miley Cyrus of Plagiarism Over 'Redlights' Song

    French singer and disco icon Amanda Lear has accused Miley Cyrus of plagiarizing her 1978 hit 'The Sphinx' in her latest track 'Redlights'. Lear alleges that Cyrus' song has the same melody and rhythm as her own, and has threatened legal action if an agreement cannot be reached. Lear's fans were the first to notice the similarities and inform her. Despite the accusation, Lear admires Cyrus' music and considers her a fan.
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  19. PoliticsBillMiddle EastChina

    Moscow Hit by Massive Drone Attacks on Election Day Amidst Russia-Ukraine Tensions

    Moscow faced one of the most intense drone attacks in the history of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on election day. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was accused by Russia of attempting to disrupt their elections, while Zelensky focused on strengthening Ukraine's air defense against Russian drone strikes. The attacks came amidst ongoing tensions between Moscow and Kyiv, with both sides trading accusations.
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  20. PoliticsTrialMiddle EastNorth America

    Kremlin: New US Sanctions Law Undermines Ukraine Peace Efforts

    The Kremlin has criticized a new US sanctions law signed by President Trump, stating that it will undermine peace efforts in Ukraine. The law allows the US to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on large buyers of Russian oil and gas. Kremlin spokesman Peskov also mentioned that the sanctions do not contribute to the revival of US-Russia relations and may hinder progress in the Ukrainian settlement.
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  23. PoliticsMiddle East

    Kurdistan Region PM Masrour Barzani's Statements on Peshmerga Unification and Iraqi Support

    Masrour Barzani, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, has made statements regarding two key developments. Firstly, he announced the successful unification of Peshmerga forces after extensive efforts. Secondly, he expressed gratitude towards Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zayadi for his continuous support to the Kurdistan region. These statements come amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts between Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
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