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Politics news — September 22, 2026

Politics publications published on September 22, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

22 publications

  1. PoliticsLocal GovMiddle EastNorth America

    Amit Shah Inaugurates ANTF Conference, Launches NCB Website, Awareness Campaign

    Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the third national conference of chiefs of Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), focusing on progress towards the Vision Document on Narcotics Control (2026-29) and combating drug trafficking. He also launched the revamped NCB website, released TVCs for drug awareness, and laid foundation stones for NCB zones in Lucknow and Dehradun. The two-day conference, attended by heads of ANTFs from 36 states and UTs, aims to strengthen drug law enforcement and keep Indian youth away from drugs.
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  2. PoliticsElectionsMiddle East

    3 Million Palestinians Eligible to Vote in Upcoming Legislative Elections

    The Central Elections Commission of Palestine has announced that approximately 3 million Palestinians in the West Bank, including Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip are eligible to vote in the upcoming legislative elections scheduled for October 28. This includes around 1.24 million in the Gaza Strip, 1.59 million in the West Bank, and 140,000 Palestinian ID holders in East Jerusalem. Notably, around 53% of eligible voters are under the age of 38, indicating a significant youth demographic. Women make up nearly half of the eligible voters. The commission also stated that they will make provisions to facilitate voting for eligible voters with disabilities.
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  3. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Russian State Duma Elections Conclude Amidst Conflict

    The final day of voting on the State Duma elections took place in Russia, with reports of voting under shelling in newly annexed regions. The turnout for remote electronic voting reached 90%. Meanwhile, Ukraine suffered significant losses to its steel industry due to Russian army strikes. Two people were killed and four injured when a bus was hit in the Kherson region. Over a million people paid their respects to the relics of St. Spyridon. Ukrainian forces attacked an election station in Zaporizhzhia. Macron stated that the Saint-Pierre and Miquelon archipelago would remain French despite Trump's map.
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  5. PoliticsBillRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte Subpoenaed for Impeachment Trial

    Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte has been subpoenaed to testify in the Senate impeachment trial of his sister, Vice President Sara Duterte. He is expected to appear as a witness on September 28-30, following a previous scheduling conflict. The prosecution treats him as a potential hostile witness due to his relationship with the respondent. The impeachment court has the power to compel his testimony.
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  8. PoliticsMiddle EastDefenseBorder Security

    Russian Strikes Hit Ukrainian Enterprises, Including Key Fuel and Defense Sites

    Overnight, Russian forces launched a series of strikes targeting various Ukrainian enterprises. Key facilities hit include an oil refinery in Kremenchuk, a tobacco factory producing ammunition, metallurgical plants, logistics centers, and port infrastructure. The strikes also targeted military-industrial complexes and naval vessels. The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed these attacks.
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  9. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Trump Halts Planned Strikes on Yemen's Houthis at Last Minute

    President Trump decided not to join a joint operation with Saudi Arabia against the Houthi rebels in Yemen, despite having favored military action earlier. Trump changed his stance several times over the past few days, ultimately calling off the operation this weekend. The New York Times reports that much of Trump's inner circle was skeptical about a new offensive, and Washington needs Saudi cooperation in its war against Iran.
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  11. PoliticsChina

    Sensex Surges Over 400 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,400

    Indian stock markets traded with a positive bias on Monday, supported by gains in Asian markets and resilient domestic factors. The Sensex climbed over 400 points, crossing the 74,700 mark, while the Nifty crossed 23,400. The rally was driven by easing crude oil prices, which fell for the fourth consecutive session, and improved flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Market analysts noted that the Indian market showed resilience despite geopolitical uncertainty. Technically, 23,400 is the immediate hurdle for Nifty, with a sustained breakout above this level potentially taking the index towards 23,500-23,600.
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  12. PoliticsCivil RightsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Jaime T. Cruz Linked to VP Sara Duterte via Business Ties

    The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has revealed business connections between her and businessman Jaime T. Cruz. Cruz appears as a major shareholder and director in Gencorp Industries, Inc., and is also linked to Metro City Chow Foods Corporation, where Duterte serves as an incorporator and board member. SEC documents show Cruz as an incorporator in seven companies, with six of them connected to Duterte.
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  14. PoliticsMiddle East

    Melaka DUN Dissolution Imminent; State Election Looms

    Melaka's State Legislative Assembly (DUN) is expected to be dissolved this week, with the Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh, hinting at an announcement by the end of the month. The dissolution will pave the way for state elections (PRN). Political parties are gearing up for the election, with BN aiming to defend its 21 seats, while PH and PN are finalizing their strategies and seat allocations.
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  16. PoliticsBillCivil RightsMiddle East

    Central Council of Jews Expresses Concern Over Left's Election Victory in Berlin

    The Central Council of Jews in Germany has expressed deep concern over the election victory of the Left party in Berlin, citing repeated anti-Semitic incidents during the campaign. President Josef Schuster appealed to the SPD and Greens not to form a government with the Left, stating that the party has no credibility in fighting anti-Semitism.
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  21. PoliticsRegulatorsIndictmentMiddle East

    SBU Uncovers Russian Spy in Dnipro Factories

    The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) has successfully conducted a special operation in Dnipro, neutralizing a Russian spy who infiltrated strategic factories in the city. The suspect, acting on behalf of the Russian General Staff, collected internal technical documentation and drew maps of the factories, marking rooms with valuable equipment. He also reported on production schedules and tried to adjust missile attacks on Ukrainian military bases. The suspect was arrested and faces life imprisonment.
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