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Politics news — September 26, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on September 26, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 3.

50 publications

  1. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Milan's Malpensa Airport Now Named After Silvio Berlusconi

    Milan's Malpensa Airport has officially been renamed to 'Silvio Berlusconi Milan-Malpensa Airport', honoring the late former Italian Prime Minister and media mogul. The decision, which sparked controversy, was made despite opposition from the city council and other authorities. The renaming ceremony took place on Friday, with the participation of ministers and Berlusconi's family.
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  2. PoliticsReliefMiddle EastConflict

    Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refineries and Defense Plants

    Ukrainian forces carried out attacks deep into Russian territory, targeting several oil refineries and defense enterprises. The strikes, confirmed by both Ukrainian officials and state media, hit facilities in Perm, Novoshakhtinsk, Ulyanovsk, and Voronezh. The targeted refineries included Lukoil-Permnefteorgsintez, Novoshakhtinsky, and others, with fires breaking out at some of the sites. Additionally, the defense enterprise 'Zavod Iskra' in Ulyanovsk, part of the Almaz-Antey group, was struck. The attacks are seen as a response to Russia's actions in the ongoing conflict.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Board of Peace's Stance on UNRWA in Gaza Sparks Controversy

    The Board of Peace, an organization involved in Gaza's administration, has publicly stated that it will not work with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) due to concerns about its effectiveness and potential perpetuation of dependency. However, the former head of UNRWA claims that behind closed doors, some board members are open to cooperation with the agency. This discrepancy has drawn criticism from both UNRWA supporters and Palestinian groups like Hamas, who accuse the Board of Peace of aligning with Israeli interests.
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  5. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsAsiaMiddle East

    Cardinal Onaiyekan Urges Igbos to Choose Presidential Candidate Freely

    Cardinal John Onaiyekan, the Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, has advised the Igbo people (Ndigbo) to freely choose their preferred presidential candidate in the upcoming elections, without interference from state governors. He made this statement during an interview with Afia TV in Enugu, in response to comments made by Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo. Onaiyekan emphasized that it is not the responsibility of governors to dictate how citizens should vote, and encouraged the Igbo people to exercise their democratic right to choose their leaders.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle East

    Marine Le Pen Surges in French Presidential Election Odds

    Right-wing nationalist Marine Le Pen has seen a significant increase in her odds of winning the next French presidential election, according to prediction markets like Polymarket. She is now priced at around 38%, ahead of other candidates. This surge comes after a French appeals court upheld her embezzlement conviction but reduced her electoral ban, allowing her to run in 2027. Elon Musk has publicly endorsed Le Pen, stating 'she is France’s last hope.'
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  7. PoliticsLocal GovCentral AsiaSci Policy

    Pope Leo XIV Warns Against AI Dominance During France Visit

    Pope Leo XIV, during his visit to France, cautioned about the risks of artificial intelligence, warning that it could lead to a 'paradise of machines' that undermines humanity. He emphasized the importance of ethical discernment to ensure that technology serves human dignity. The pope also criticized genetic manipulations, surrogate pregnancy, organ trafficking, and assisted dying, stating that these practices disregard human dignity. Additionally, he called for France to remain a champion of peace and multilateralism.
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  14. PoliticsMiddle EastEarth

    India Wins Silver in Men's 50m Rifle 3P Team Event at Asian Games

    The Indian shooting trio of Rudrankksh Patil, Aishwary Pratap Tomar, and Niraj Kumar secured India a silver medal in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions team event at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. India registered a final score of 1762-94x, falling short of gold medalists China (1766-95x). The bronze medal went to South Korea (1751-87x). This is India's 18th medal at the ongoing Asian Games, having won one gold, eight silver, and nine bronze medals.
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  15. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Former Mentri Besar Urges Current Leader to Acknowledge Alleged Wrongdoings

    Former Negeri Sembilan Mentri Besar, Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, urges the current Mentri Besar, Datuk Ismail Lasim, to specifically acknowledge alleged wrongdoings by the previous government that have caused confusion in the customs and institutions of the Raja in the state. Aminuddin requests Ismail to explain the mistakes of the previous state government and provide clear and verifiable facts about the actions that were allegedly failed and the provisions of the Negeri Sembilan State Government Constitution Act 1959 that were allegedly violated.
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  16. PoliticsBillConstitutionMiddle East

    6000+ Scholars Reject Gaza Genocide Claims

    Over 6000 academics, legal experts, historians, and political figures have signed an open letter refuting accusations that Israel committed genocide in Gaza. The letter argues that the claim is contradicted by Israel's conduct during the war and has fueled antisemitism worldwide. Signatories include prominent figures such as Niall Ferguson, Benny Morris, and Deborah Lipstadt.
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  19. PoliticsBillJudiciaryNorth America

    Chavismo and Opposition Agree to Expand Web Unblocking

    In the second cycle of dialogue promoted by the United States, Chavismo and a sector of the opposition agreed to expand the unblocking of web portals. They also committed to promoting an agenda for discussing the use of the national radioelectric spectrum and reviewing legal instruments on freedom of expression. The acting President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, ordered the immediate lifting of restrictions on another group of platforms and web portals that remain blocked in the country.
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  21. PoliticsLocal GovGovernanceResignationMiddle East

    Vijay Accuses DMK of Corruption, Collusion; Slams Stalin

    Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK leader Vijay launched a scathing attack on the DMK and its president M.K. Stalin during a campaign rally in Madurantakam. Vijay accused the DMK of corruption, collusion with the AIADMK and BJP, and protecting a granite baron accused of sexually abusing minor girls. He described the DMK as an 'evil force' and the TVK as a 'pure force'. Vijay also targeted Stalin personally, calling him his 'uncle' and questioning his leadership. Stalin hit back, urging Vijay to introspect and challenging his claims.
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  22. PoliticsTreatyWarNorth America

    Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire, Plans Post-Midterm Strikes

    US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal for a seven-day ceasefire and plans to resume bombing Iran after the November midterm elections, according to multiple reports. The proposal included reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming nuclear talks in exchange for the US lifting its blockade of Iranian ports. Trump remains skeptical that Iran will meet his demands on its nuclear program and is reluctant to resume major combat operations due to dwindling munitions. However, his position could change in the coming weeks.
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