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World news — September 24, 2026 - Page 4

World publications published on September 24, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 4 of 5.

115 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Arab States Gather in Doha to Strengthen Anti-Corruption Measures

    The sixth session of the Conference of the States Parties to the Arab Anti-Corruption Convention took place in Doha, Qatar, focusing on enhancing preventive measures, financial investigations, mutual legal assistance, and transparency in beneficial ownership. The event, chaired by Qatar's Administrative Control and Transparency Authority, brought together representatives from 21 countries to discuss strengthening regional cooperation and combating corruption. Key topics included strengthening the review mechanism of the Arab Convention against Corruption, enhancing preventive measures, and improving transparency. The conference also featured the Arab Forum for Enhancing Corruption Prevention Efforts in the Public Sector, which addressed integrity, artificial intelligence, and cooperation among oversight institutions.
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    Lithuania Stands Firm Against Easing Belarus Sanctions Amid US Fertilizer Deal

    Lithuania's top officials have reiterated their stance against easing sanctions on Belarus despite a potential US deal to purchase Belarusian potash fertilizers. Both the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Kęstutis Budrys, and the Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Remigijus Motuzas, have stated that there are no grounds for lifting sanctions against Belarus. They emphasized that the EU sanctions remain in effect until the end of February and that the US deal is a bilateral matter between Washington and Minsk. Lithuania has not been informed or consulted about the agreement and sees no direct impact on itself. The US has not exerted any pressure on Lithuania regarding the issue.
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    Iraq's PM Al-Zaydi Meets US Officials, Seeks Disarmament Extension

    Iraq's Prime Minister Ali Allawi Al-Zaydi visited New York to attend the UN General Assembly and hold meetings with US officials. He discussed regional developments, security, and economic cooperation with US Secretary of State Mark Rubio. Al-Zaydi also met with US President Donald Trump, with both sides outlining clear features for the next phase of their relationship. Al-Zaydi sought an extension for Iraq's disarmament deadline, citing challenges in implementing the process.
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    Cyprus Promotes Itself as EU Gateway for Gulf Businesses

    Cyprus is positioning itself as a potential gateway to the European market for businesses from Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO) member states, with plans for a virtual masterclass on European expansion for startups. The DCO and 28DIGITAL will hold the session on September 30, aimed at helping startups understand the opportunities, requirements, and practical routes for entering and scaling in the European market. Cyprus, an EU member state, seeks to strengthen its role as a bridge between Gulf businesses and the wider EU market, drawing on its EU membership and longstanding commercial links with the region.
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    Iran Warns Neighboring Countries: Cooperate with US on Flight Ban, Lose Airport Operations

    Iran's top security officials, including Mohsen Rezaei and Hossein Dehqan, have issued warnings to neighboring countries. They stated that if these countries cooperate with the US in halting Iranian air traffic, their own airports will no longer be able to operate. This threat comes amidst US sanctions targeting Iran's aviation sector, which have led to the cancellation of international flights by major Iranian airlines.
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    Montenegro's Euro Integration and Economic Policies Spark Debate

    Montenegro's political landscape is marked by disagreements over its European integration process and economic policies. While the government claims progress in EU negotiations, opposition parties criticize the lack of tangible benefits for citizens. The 'Euro model' proposed by the government aims to raise earnings and pensions, but faces skepticism from employers and opposition parties who question its sustainability and timing.
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    Trump Mocks AI Warnings, Links to Past Climate Predictions

    Donald Trump has repeatedly dismissed concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential risks, comparing them to past climate change predictions he believes were exaggerated. In speeches and tweets, Trump has stated that the same individuals who previously warned about imminent global warming disasters are now raising alarm about AI. He has described these warnings as a 'hoax' and suggested that existing laws are sufficient to address any AI-related issues.
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    Polish Airports Temporarily Close Due to Military Operations Amidst Ukrainian Crisis

    Several airports in Poland, including Lublin and Rzeszów, temporarily suspended civilian flights due to military aviation operations. This measure was taken in response to the escalating situation in Ukraine, with reports of Russian attacks and military aircraft operating in Polish airspace. The closures were announced and later lifted by the Polish air traffic control authority (PANSA).
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    Zapatero Claims Saudi Arabia Gifted Him Seized Jewels

    Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has asserted that the jewels confiscated from his office were a gift from the Saudi Royal House, specifically from King Abdullah, during an official visit in 2007. He has asked Judge José Luis Calama to issue a letter rogatory to Saudi Arabia to confirm this. The jewels, valued at over a million euros, were found in a safe during a search related to an investigation into alleged influence peddling and criminal organization involving the public rescue of Aerolínea Plus Ultra.
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    91-Year-Old Woman Dies After Monkey Attack in Karnataka

    A 91-year-old woman, Najamunnisa Begum, died after being attacked by a monkey outside her home in Karnataka's Koppal district. The incident was captured on CCTV. The woman was standing near her house when the monkey approached and attacked her, causing her to fall and hit her head. She was initially treated at a private hospital but later succumbed to her injuries.
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  21. WorldMiddle East

    UAE Dirham Symbol Added to Unicode 18.0

    The United Arab Emirates (UAE) dirham symbol has been included in Unicode 18.0, enabling its standardized use across digital platforms. This addition was among the most anticipated new characters in the latest Unicode version, paving the way for its integration into smartphones, computers, apps, and websites. A new Emirati Dirham emoji is also expected to be available on digital devices and smartphone keypads soon.
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    UN Chief Calls for Permanent African Seats on Security Council

    UN Secretary-General António Guterres has reiterated his call for Africa to have permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council. Speaking at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, Guterres described the current situation as 'unjust and indefensible'. He noted that when the UN was founded, most African countries were still under colonial rule, and today, Africa still lacks permanent seats despite accounting for more than a quarter of UN member states. Guterres called for reform of the 15-member body to better reflect the modern global order.
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