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Corruption news — September 30, 2026

Publications tagged with Corruption published on September 30, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsCorruptionIndictmentMiddle East

    Convicted Taylor Swift Concert Bomber Loses Privacy Lawsuit Against Disney

    A man convicted for planning a terrorist attack at a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna has lost a lawsuit against Disney for violating his privacy. Beran A., who was sentenced to 15 years in prison, claimed that a documentary series on Disney+ showed his parents' house without consent. However, an Austrian judge ruled that Beran A. had not lived at the residence for two years and was not recognizable in the footage. The case gained international attention.
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    Iraq's Air Defense System and U.S. Withdrawal

    The texts discuss the importance of Iraq developing its own air defense system, with experts agreeing that the country needs to enhance its air power. They also touch on the potential threats posed by ISIS and external interference, as well as the impact of the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq. Some argue that the U.S. has hindered Iraqi security efforts and facilitated violations, while others assert that Iraqi security capabilities are available and borders are fully secured.
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    Russian Notaries Refuse Powers of Attorney for Conscripts

    In Russia, notaries have started refusing to issue powers of attorney for conscripts, according to 'School of Conscripts' and 'Movement of Conscientious Objectors'. Cases have been recorded in Moscow and Samara. Notaries either refuse the service entirely or exclude certain powers, such as removing from military registration and representation at medical commissions. Some notaries claim they must notify military commissariats about providing services to conscripts. Human rights activists consider these refusals illegal.
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    Dmitry Portnyagin Sentenced to Five Years for Money Laundering

    Dmitry Portnyagin, a blogger and entrepreneur, has been sentenced to five years in prison for money laundering. Between 2018 and 2020, he evaded paying over 124 million rubles in taxes and subsequently legalized over 91 million rubles through transfers to third-party accounts. His wife, Ekaterina, was sentenced to eight years in prison with the sentence deferred until their child reaches the age of 14.
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    Four Sentenced to Death for MP Muchai's Murder

    Four men have been sentenced to death for the murder of George Muchai, the MP for Kabete, and his three guards. The killing occurred on February 7, 2015, along Kenyatta Avenue in Nairobi. The High Court convicted Eric Mungera Isabwa, Raphael Kimani Gachii, Mustafa Kimani Anyoni, and Stephen Astiva Lipopo on all counts of murder. The court found that the prosecution proved the charges beyond reasonable doubt.
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    Naim Darrechi Apologizes After Being Accused of Harassing Abelito's Mother

    Spanish influencer Naim Darrechi apologized after being accused of harassing Cristina Romero, mother of Mexican influencer Abelito, during his birthday party. Videos showed Darrechi dancing inappropriately with Romero, leading to accusations of inappropriate behavior. Darrechi admitted his mistake and apologized, while Abelito and his mother considered taking legal action.
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