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Appointments news — September 18, 2026

Publications tagged with Appointments published on September 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. U.S.AppointmentsElectionsMiddle East

    Democrat Socialist Candidate Sparks Controversy by Pledging to Represent Mexico in US Congress

    A Democratic Socialist candidate for the US Congress from New York has sparked a furor after announcing her intention to represent Mexico in the US Congress. The candidate, who has not been named, made the declaration on Twitter, stating 'Viva Mexico!' The Gateway Pundit reports that the announcement has caused a significant backlash.
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    US Warns Allies of Up to Five-Year Delays in Key Weapon Deliveries

    The United States has warned its allies to expect delays of up to five years in the delivery of key weapons systems, including missiles and air defense equipment, as it works to replenish its own depleted stocks following heavy use in the Iran war. Germany, Eastern European countries, and Ukraine are among those affected by the shortages, which have been exacerbated by production bottlenecks and strategic inventory shortfalls. The Pentagon acknowledged the issue, stating that it is carefully assessing both new partner requests and already agreed-upon arms contracts for operational needs.
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  3. PoliticsAppointmentsElectionsCampaignsMiddle East

    Eisenkot Leads Netanyahu in Israeli Polls Ahead of Elections

    Israeli opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot is leading Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by 9 points in a new opinion poll regarding who is better suited to serve as prime minister. The poll, conducted by Channel 13 in cooperation with several other organizations, surveyed 886 respondents and had a margin of error of 3.3%. Eisenkot, leader of the opposition Yashar party, received 45% support, while Netanyahu, who leads the Likud party, received 36%. The poll also projects that Netanyahu's governing bloc would secure 54 Knesset seats, while the opposition would get 52, with neither side reaching the 61-seat majority needed to form a government.
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    Powerus Signs Drone Deal with Pakistan Army

    US drone maker Powerus has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Pakistan Army, including an initial order for unmanned aerial systems. The deal was confirmed by Powerus co-founder Brett Velicovich to Reuters. The agreement was signed following a meeting between Powerus representatives and Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir in Rawalpindi. The value and details of the order remain undisclosed.
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    US Bars Iranian Officials from Luxury Shopping During UNGA

    The US State Department has announced it will continue to prohibit senior Iranian officials attending the UN General Assembly in New York from shopping at major retailers or luxury goods stores. This includes Iranian UN Mission officials, visiting officials, and their families. The move aims to prevent regime officials from exploiting their stay in New York for luxury purchases while ordinary Iranians face brutal repression, water and electricity shortages, and sharp price increases. The US also urges New York-area retailers to avoid facilitating purchases barred under these restrictions.
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