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World news — September 26, 2026 - Page 3

World publications published on September 26, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 5.

108 publications

  1. WorldLawCorruptionMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Kazakh Businessman Timur Turlov Elected FIDE President

    Timur Turlov, a Kazakh businessman, has been elected as the new president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE). He won the election on September 26, defeating two German candidates, Wadim Rosenstein and Jan Henric Buettner. Turlov, who is also the president of the Chess Federation of Kazakhstan and the CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., succeeds Arkady Dvorkovich, who stepped down due to EU sanctions. Turlov's election marks the first time in over 30 years that FIDE is not led by a Russian citizen.
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  2. WorldBillMiddle EastWeather

    Hamas Calls for Protection of Palestinian Journalists on World Press Freedom Day

    Hamas has called for solidarity with Palestinian journalists and accountability for Israeli aggression against them, coinciding with World Press Freedom Day. Since October 7, 2023, over 262 journalists and media workers have been killed, and over 400 injured, with the occupation government preventing foreign press from entering the Gaza Strip. Hamas emphasizes the importance of media institutions revealing the truth and defending Palestinian rights.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Armenian Boy Pepper-Sprayed by Jewish Extremists in Jerusalem

    A 9-year-old Armenian Christian boy named William was attacked by Jewish extremists in Jerusalem while riding his bicycle and listening to music through headphones during Yom Kippur. The attackers demanded he remove his headphones, then sprayed him with pepper spray after hearing him speak English, saying 'No English, Jews!' despite having surveillance footage, the police closed the case without making any arrests.
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  5. WorldMiddle East

    Tokayev Orders Audit of Kazakhstan's Ministry of Defense

    President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has established a special commission to conduct a comprehensive audit of the Ministry of Defense following the deaths of military personnel in the Caspian Sea. The commission, headed by Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Aida Balayeva, includes representatives from various government bodies and is expected to present its initial findings within seven days.
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  6. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Russian Strikes on Kyiv: Fires, Damage, and Casualties

    Over the past few days, Kyiv has been subjected to numerous Russian strikes, resulting in fires, damage to infrastructure, and casualties. Warehouses, gas stations, residential buildings, and even a maternity hospital have been targeted. The strikes have caused power and water outages in some areas. According to reports, at least 11 people have been killed and dozens injured. The attacks have been carried out using various weapons, including ballistic missiles and drones.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Ukraine Train Delays Due to Overnight Strikes

    Ukrzaliznytsia has reported widespread train delays across Ukraine following overnight strikes. The largest delays are affecting trains from the central and southern regions, including Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Zaporizhzhia. During the attacks, passengers boarded and disembarked through underground passages due to air threats. Significant disruptions persist in the train circulation schedule.
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  9. WorldAstronomy

    Timur Turlov Elected President of FIDE

    Timur Turlov, president of the Kazakhstan Chess Federation, has been elected as the new president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE). The election took place at the General Assembly of FIDE in Samarkand. Turlov, who has headed the Kazakhstan Chess Federation since 2023, won the election in the second round with 110 out of 196 possible votes. His program for FIDE's development includes creating a development fund, increasing funding for international chess, digitization, and supporting national federations.
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  11. WorldMiddle East

    Congress to Sanction PP Deputy for Bringing Pepper Spray into Hemicycle

    The Congress of Deputies will open a disciplinary file against PP deputy Ana Vázquez for bringing a pepper spray canister into the hemicycle. Vázquez displayed the canister during a government control session, violating the chamber's regulations which prohibit carrying weapons within the parliamentary precinct. The Congress Board, with a majority of PSOE and Sumar, will study the opening of a disciplinary procedure next Tuesday, with potential sanctions ranging from a warning to suspension of her deputy status.
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  12. WorldConstitutionMiddle EastChina

    NDA Allies Demand Clarification from CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over Electoral Roll Revision

    Several NDA allies, including LJP, TDP, RLD, and RLM, have joined the opposition in demanding clarity from Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar regarding reported differences among the Election Commissioners over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They expressed concern that the controversy could weaken public trust in the electoral process.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Qatari Official Meets Top Diplomats at UNGA

    Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, Qatar's Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, held multiple meetings with foreign ministers and high-ranking officials from various countries on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The discussions focused on bilateral cooperation, regional developments, and issues of mutual interest.
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  17. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    U.S., Iran Explore Phased Path to End War, Reopen Hormuz Strait

    The U.S. and Iran are exploring a phased path to end their conflict, which could involve reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting sanctions on Iran. However, both sides are reluctant to give up their leverage, with neither wanting to make concessions first. Iranian officials suggest a phased agreement as a potential way forward, starting with ending the siege and reopening the strait.
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  19. WorldPolicyCorruptionMiddle East

    Iraq Seeks Exemptions for Airports to Resume Iranian Flights for Humanitarian Reasons

    The Iraqi government is conducting direct talks with the U.S. to exempt some Iraqi airports from U.S. Treasury Department sanctions against Iranian airlines, aiming to resume flights for humanitarian purposes such as medical treatment, education, religious visits, and civilian interests. The government emphasizes the need for dialogue and negotiation to end regional conflicts.
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  21. WorldAsiaBudgetCommodities

    Philippine Home Prices Post Slowest Growth in Seven Years in Q2 2026

    Home prices in the Philippines grew at the slowest pace on record in the second quarter of 2026, with an annual increase of 0.4%. This marked the weakest year-on-year real estate price expansion since the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) began publishing its house price index in 2019. The slowdown was driven by a decline in residential property prices outside the National Capital Region (NCR), which offset sustained growth in the NCR. Housing prices in NCR rose by 5.2% annually, while those outside NCR declined by 2.7%. Condominium prices increased by 6%, while house prices slipped by 4.1%.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastConflictBudget

    Ukraine's Economy Collapsing as War Intensifies

    Ukraine is entering the most difficult stage of the war, with its economy collapsing due to Russian strikes. The New York Times reports that the conflict is transitioning into a phase of total exhaustion, with strikes increasingly targeting key infrastructure, including factories, warehouses, ports, railways, and internet networks. Economic damage is estimated to reach $10 billion by the end of the year, leading to labor shortages and hindering economic growth and consumer activity. While purchasing power remains high, air raids and shelling reduce consumer activity and force businesses to suspend operations.
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  24. WorldMiddle EastEarthMotorsports

    British Climber Dies After Falling 200ft Near Spanish Mountain Summit

    A 28-year-old British climber has died after falling approximately 200 feet (60 meters) near the summit of Torrecerredo, the highest peak in the Picos de Europa mountain range in Spain. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when the climber was just 20 meters from reaching the summit. Spanish emergency services recovered the body, and a French woman was also rescued after injuring herself on another peak in the same range.
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