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Defense news — September 18, 2026

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

10 publications

  2. PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelDefense

    Gaza Prisoners Detained Post-Sentence

    The Palestine Center for Prisoner Studies reports that over 43 Palestinian prisoners from Gaza are still held in Israeli prisons despite completing their sentences. These prisoners, comprising approximately 55% of those detained before the war, face harsh conditions including torture, medical neglect, and deprivation of basic rights. The center holds the Israeli occupation responsible for this policy of revenge and collective punishment, calling for international intervention.
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  3. PoliticsWarMiddle EastDefense

    Russian Drone Operations Disrupt Ukrainian Supply Chains

    Russian paratroopers have been disrupting ammunition supply chains for the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) in Zaporozhye using unmanned systems, including strike FPV drones. These operations have resulted in damage to AFU manpower and equipment. Similar activities have been reported in other areas, such as the Krasnolimansk and Dobropol directions, where integrated drone units have destroyed enemy equipment and personnel.
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  4. WorldBillMiddle EastDefense

    Zelenskyy and von der Leyen to Address Ukrainian Defense Funding

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held a productive conversation focusing on the issue of financing Ukrainian defense. They agreed to prepare a solution to the problem and will meet in New York at the UN General Assembly to discuss further. The initiative to use remaining funds from the SAFE program for new defense projects between Ukraine and the EU was also discussed.
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  5. PoliticsDefense

    Syrian Internal Security Forces Seize Weapons, Arrest Suspects in Daraa Raids

    Syrian Internal Security Forces have conducted raids in the city of Al-Sanamayn in the Daraa countryside, seizing a significant quantity of weapons and ammunition belonging to cells affiliated with the Islamic State (ISIS) organization. During these operations, several suspects were arrested, including those involved in assassination attempts against internal security personnel. The security forces continue their operations to maintain stability in the region.
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    Illegal Mining Declines in Ecuador, but Investment Uncertainty Persists

    The Ecuadorian government's crackdown on illegal mining, which includes destroying camps and seizing equipment, has sent a positive signal to investors. However, according to María Eulalia Silva, executive president of the Chamber of Mining of Ecuador (CME), legal security and institutional capacity are still key to attracting long-term capital. Despite the government's efforts, the lack of legal certainty continues to hinder the arrival of serious investments.
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