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Bill news — September 10, 2026

Publications tagged with Bill published on September 10, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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    PH Denies Challenging King's Pardon Power, Demands Clarification from UMNO

    Pakatan Harapan (PH) leaders, including PKR's Danish Hairudin and Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, have denied allegations by UMNO Secretary-General Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki that PH is challenging the power of pardon of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. They assert that PH's statements focus on corruption, abuse of power, and the rule of law, and do not target the royal institution. PH demands clarification from Asyraf Wajdi, while UMNO expresses dissatisfaction with PH's statement.
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    Algeria Breaks Diplomatic Relations with UAE

    Algeria has announced the rupture of its diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after exhausting all efforts to maintain them. The Algerian Foreign Ministry stated that all possible means to preserve bilateral relations had been explored, but to no avail. The decision comes amidst years of tension between the two countries, with Algeria accusing the UAE of conducting hostile policies towards it and attempting to interfere in its 2019 presidential elections.
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    China Opposes U.S.-Backed IAEA Resolution on Iran

    China opposed a U.S.-pushed International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) resolution on Iran, warning that political confrontation and pressure would only aggravate tensions. The Chinese representative to the IAEA stated that the U.S. and Israel have previously struck Iran's nuclear facilities, hindering cooperation between Iran and the IAEA. China called for a return to dialogue and peace in the Middle East.
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    Euro MPs Demand Unlocking of Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine

    Over 100 Euro MPs from various political groups have urged EU leaders to resume talks on using frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. The initiative comes as Kyiv faces a €23 billion shortfall in its defense budget. The MEPs propose transferring the funds to a new EU instrument to circumvent legal obstacles and ensure Russia bears the financial consequences of its actions.
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    Anne Applebaum Meets Opposition Lawyer Under House Arrest in Caracas

    Polish-American historian and journalist Anne Applebaum visited Caracas, Venezuela, and met with opposition lawyer Perkins Rocha, who has been under house arrest since February. Rocha, a legal advisor to opposition leader María Corina Machado, praised Applebaum's work defending liberal democracy. Applebaum's visit comes amid political changes in Venezuela and the U.S.'s transition plan for the country.
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    EU Threatens to Freeze Funding for Saxony-Anhalt Over AfD Rule-of-Law Concerns

    Following the AfD's election win in Saxony-Anhalt, the EU is openly discussing freezing the state's funding, amounting to €2.95 billion in the current budget period, due to potential rule-of-law violations. The EU has previously frozen funds for Hungary and Poland with similar outcomes. Green MEP Daniel Freund suggests the same mechanism could apply to Saxony-Anhalt if an AfD-led government undermines EU fundamental rights. Chancellor Merz asserts that the federal government can enforce the constitution in any state if needed.
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    Italy Urges Ukraine to Include Rome and Warsaw in Peace Talks

    Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to expand the circle of European countries involved in peace negotiations, specifically including Italy and Poland. Tajani believes that Zelensky should focus on engaging all EU countries rather than individual states. He also emphasized that Europe should participate in the peace process collectively, not in separate groups.
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    Merz Accuses AfD of Supporting Russia Against Germany's Interests

    In a heated debate on the budget in the German Federal Parliament, Chancellor Friedrich Merz accused the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party of being a destructive force that seeks to destabilize Germany and supports Russia against Germany's interests. Merz ruled out any cooperation with the AfD, stating that the party poses a security risk to the country.
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    Pakistan Orders Expulsion of Afghan Medical Students

    Pakistan's Medical and Dental Council has directed all medical and dental institutions to expel Afghan students and arrange their return to Afghanistan. The decision affects thousands of students, including many in their final year and women, who face losing their chance to become doctors or dentists. The move has been criticized as discriminatory, inhumane, and contrary to international human rights law. Afghan students and international organizations have called for a reversal of the decision.
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    Europe Condemns Russia's Human Rights Violations in Occupied Ukraine

    The European Council has issued a stark warning about the continued deterioration of human rights in Ukraine's occupied territories, with Russia accused of 'flagrant violations' of international law. The annual report, presented by Secretary General Alain Berset, highlights Russia's attempts to hold elections in occupied zones, impose its citizenship, and suppress Ukrainian identity. Despite numerous documented abuses, the true extent of violations remains hard to assess due to restricted access and lack of cooperation from Russian authorities.
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