Skip to main content
Echo

Category / Daily archive

Politics news — October 21, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on October 21, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 2.

37 publications

  1. PoliticsMiddle East

    ROS Cancels PN Registration Over Violation of Party Constitution

    The Registrar of Societies (ROS) has confirmed the cancellation of the registration of the National Alliance Party (PN) for violating its constitution. The decision was made under subsection 13(1)(c)(iv) of the Societies Act 1966 after PN failed to refute the grounds for cancellation in its explanation. The cancellation notice cited PN's denial of the Malaysian United Indigenous Party (BERSATU)'s rights to attend and participate in a meeting as a violation of Clause 7.1 of the PN Constitution.
    40 sourcesSee all sources
  2. PoliticsLocal GovElectionsMiddle East

    Democrats Draped 'Bloody' Cloth Over Konev Statue

    The extra-parliamentary party 'Democrats' in Slovakia draped a cloth symbolizing blood over the statue of Marshal Ivan Konev in the 'Valley of Death'. The party claimed responsibility, stating that Konev's role in the Soviet occupation and suppression of uprisings warrants his statues being removed. The statue's owner filed a criminal report for unauthorized tampering with his property. The incident is being investigated by local police.
    4 sourcesSee all sources
  3. PoliticsRegulatorsAsiaMiddle East

    Trump Asks Putin to Free American Hubbard, Later Released

    U.S. President Donald Trump asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to release American citizen Stephen Hubbard, who was imprisoned in Russia for allegedly fighting as a mercenary for Ukraine. Hubbard, a 74-year-old Michigan native, was sentenced to nearly seven years in prison in 2024. After Trump's request, Hubbard was released and is now at Pulkovo Airport in Saint Petersburg.
    109 sourcesSee all sources
  4. PoliticsCorruptionIndictmentMiddle East

    70-year-old Arsonist Arrested for Setting Fires at Two Patent Law Firm Buildings in Seoul

    A 70-year-old man, Lee, was arrested for setting fires at two patent law firm buildings in Seoul's Yeoksam-dong. The incidents occurred around noon on the 20th, with the first fire at the Sinmyeong Building and the second at the HanYang Building, both within seven minutes of each other. The fires resulted in 19 injuries. Lee was known to have threatened the firms four years ago and served time for it. He was caught on CCTV pouring flammable liquid at the buildings' entrances. Police are investigating the motive and exact cause of the fires.
    5 sourcesSee all sources
  5. PoliticsUnited Kingdom

    Robert Pattinson Bribed to Star in 'Primetime' With 200 Zyn Canisters

    Director Lance Oppenheim revealed that he bribed Robert Pattinson to star in 'Primetime' by sending him 200 canisters of Zyn nicotine pouches. Pattinson, who was struggling with a Zyn addiction at the time, agreed to take on the role of journalist Chris Hansen. The film, which premiered in the US on September 25, explores the controversial TV show 'To Catch a Predator'.
    8 sourcesSee all sources
  6. PoliticsWarMiddle EastUkraine

    Russia's Citadel Anti-Aircraft System in Combat with 99% Success Rate

    Russia's advanced anti-aircraft artillery system, Citadel, has been deployed in combat for the first time, protecting key infrastructure. Equipped with AI for target recognition and calculation, it achieves a 99% success rate using programmable shrapnel shells, requiring only a few rounds per target. The system has reportedly downed over 50 targets, including drones and cruise missiles.
    5 sourcesSee all sources
  7. PoliticsLawConstitutionMiddle East

    Netanyahu Accuses Erdogan of Seeking Conflict, Wants to Revive Ottoman Empire

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of seeking a conflict with Israel and wanting to revive the Ottoman Empire. Netanyahu stated that he does not want a confrontation with Turkey but believes Erdogan is pushing for one. He also emphasized that Israel will not succumb to Turkey's ambitions and that Jerusalem is the historic homeland of the Jewish people.
    17 sourcesSee all sources
  8. PoliticsBillMiddle East

    Rubio Calls Ukraine Talks 'Positive'

    U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has described recent meetings between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. envoys in Oslo as 'positive'. The talks, which involved U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, were said to have no surprises and were constructive. Rubio expressed hope that progress could be made in the ongoing conflict. An American envoy is now set to meet with Russian officials in St. Petersburg.
    12 sourcesSee all sources