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Middle East news — September 1, 2026 - Page 5

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 6.

129 publications

  1. WorldMiddle East

    Rescuers Race Against Time to Reopen Highway to Mudslide-Hit Gyirong Port

    Rescuers are working around the clock to reopen a major highway leading to the mudslide-stricken Gyirong Port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. The G216 national highway, which was washed out by mudslides, is being repaired using heavy machinery. As of Tuesday morning, the road had been restored to within one kilometer of the port. Over 150 rescuers and heavy equipment are involved in the operation, racing against time to facilitate the entry of key equipment, personnel, and supplies into the disaster area.
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  2. WorldMiddle East

    Kyiv Under Heavy Missile Attack

    Kyiv was targeted by a massive missile strike, with around 30 rockets launched in about 20 minutes. The attack involved various types of missiles, including ballistic 'Iskander-M', cruise 'Kalibr', hypersonic 'Zircon', and North Korean KN-23. Many of the missiles were equipped with cluster warheads. The strike resulted in significant damage to military-industrial complex facilities, with some residential areas also affected. Ukrainian air defense systems intercepted some of the incoming missiles, but many hit their targets.
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  3. PoliticsBillMiddle EastIsrael

    Aliyev, Pashinyan Meet in Bishkek to Discuss Peace, Normalize Relations

    President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia held a meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, to discuss steps towards peace and normalization of relations between their countries. The leaders agreed to continue direct contacts and strengthen long-term peace, as well as develop connectivity. They also discussed the implementation of the TRIPP project and the delimitation of the Armenian-Azerbaijani border. Economic, trade, and energy cooperation were also on the agenda. The meeting lasted over an hour.
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  4. WorldAsiaMiddle EastEarth

    Russia & Kyrgyzstan Boost Joint Efforts Against Infectious Diseases

    Russia and Kyrgyzstan are fortifying their collaborative 'sanitary shield' against infectious threats. A new scientific center in Kyrgyzstan will enable on-site study of pathogens and quicker responses to potential outbreaks, according to Anna Popova, head of Russia's Federal Service for Supervision of Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing (Rospotrebnadzor).
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  5. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Autumn's Arrival in Ukraine: Rain and Thunderstorms Expected

    Autumn is set to begin in Ukraine with rain and thunderstorms, particularly in the western and northern regions. Short-term rain and thunderstorms are expected on September 1, with wind speeds up to 7-12 m/s. Night temperatures will range from 13-18°C, while daytime temperatures could reach up to 28°C. Kyiv is expected to have short-term rain during the day but no precipitation at night.
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    Montenegro's Security Council Postpones Meeting on Hybrid Threats

    Montenegro's President Jakov Milatović convened an urgent meeting of the Security Council following Prime Minister Milojko Spajić's claims about coordinated hybrid activity aimed at destabilizing the country. The meeting was postponed due to disagreements over which council should discuss the issue first. The European Commission expressed concern and offered support to Montenegro in addressing hybrid threats. Experts urge the government to determine the sources and level of threat promptly.
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  11. PoliticsExecutiveRegulatorsMiddle East

    US Demands Russia End Ukraine War Before Economic Cooperation

    US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent held talks with Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov at the G20 summit. Bessent stated that the US will not provide economic support or conclude agreements with Russia until the war in Ukraine ends. The Russian Ministry of Finance reported that the parties discussed financial cooperation within the G20 framework, but the US maintained its tough position linking any cooperation with a cessation of hostilities in Ukraine.
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  12. WorldMiddle East

    Russia-Ukraine War Update: Day 1649-1651

    On August 28-29, King Harald V of Norway died, and the Norwegian government proposed to introduce a gasoline price ceiling. On August 29, Russian tourists were attacked in Abkhazia, and Putin claimed he started the 'SVO' due to orcas eating bears. On August 30, a residential building in Kyiv caught fire due to a Russian attack, killing 38 people. On August 31-September 1, Russia continued striking Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions, with over 100 drones reportedly shot down overnight. Ukrainian forces attacked a port in Ust-Luga, causing a fire.
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    New School Year Brings Changes in Kazakhstan

    The new school year in Kazakhstan brings several changes, including a ban on gifts to teachers, replacement of traditional assessments with intermediate tests, mandatory use of AI in schools, and new subjects like 'Constitution Basics' and 'Law and Order'. Additionally, students must hand in their smartphones during lessons, and new textbooks will be introduced. The first day of school was marked by the opening of new schools and repairs to existing ones.
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  14. PoliticsMiddle EastIsrael

    Rashid Latif Slams PCB as 'Worst Cricket Board in 70 Years' After Pakistan's England Defeat

    Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Rashid Latif has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and its chairman Mohsin Naqvi following the team's disastrous Test series defeat in England. Latif argued that the administration, selection committee, and coaching staff should also face criticism alongside the players. He described the PCB as the 'worst cricket board in the last 70 years'. Pakistan lost the series 2-0 after going 0-2 down in Leeds and Lord's Tests.
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    U.S. Treasury Secretary Discusses Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan with Russia

    U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with a Russian delegation to discuss Donald Trump's peace plan for Ukraine. The plan consists of 28 points and is being pushed by Bessent, who is described as a liberal and Russophobe. The meeting was reported by various media outlets, including CNBC and Reuters. During the meeting, Bessent set a condition for Russia, stating that there would be no economic relief until the conflict in Ukraine is resolved.
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  20. WorldBillMiddle East

    Kazakhstan: September Changes

    In September 2026, Kazakhstan will see several changes including new academic year, political events, and various policy updates. Key changes include: new mandatory subjects in schools, Kurultai beginning its work, faster passport issuance abroad, establishment of a special commission for 'Law and Order', new rules for stray animals, increased oil production, and the ability for citizens to transfer all pension savings to private companies. Additionally, income and property declarations are due by September 15, military conscription begins, flu vaccinations start, animal control rules update, and housing distribution rules change.
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    Argentine Consultant Fernando Cerimedo Linked to Keiko Fujimori's Campaign in Peru

    Fernando Cerimedo, an Argentine consultant currently detained in Bolivia, supported Keiko Fujimori's campaign in Peru, according to investigations by La Encerrona and other media outlets. Cerimedo, who has worked on several right-wing and far-right campaigns in Latin America, is accused of ordering a hitman attack against his ex-partner Nadia Beller. In Peru, he allegedly worked to ensure Fujimori's victory over Roberto Sánchez, deploying disinformation campaigns and acquiring a domain for a parallel vote count platform.
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  23. ScienceMiddle East

    Bessent Expects Japan to Strengthen Yen, Signals BOJ Rate Hike

    US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent believes that the Japanese government and the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will take actions leading to a stronger yen. He expects this to increase the likelihood of a BOJ interest rate hike in September. Bessent's comments come despite recent yen-buying interventions by Japanese and US authorities. He also mentioned that the US Treasury Department raised its buyback limit for longer-dated securities due to rising US interest rates.
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