Middle East news — September 1, 2026 - Page 6

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1. WorldMiddle East

   Sep 1, 2026, 01:29 UTC

   Constitutional Guards Checking Near Xigang Shui Lion Hotel

   Netizens report the presence of constitutional guards conducting checks opposite the Xigang Shui lion hotel. They advise nearby individuals to be cautious. The reports come from various users, with some including contact information for submitting content or following related channels.

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2. PoliticsMiddle EastUkraineConflict

   Sep 1, 2026, 01:10 UTC

   Russian Forces Destroy Over 150 Ukrainian Naval Vessels

   According to TASS, the Russian Armed Forces have destroyed over 150 naval vessels used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces over the summer. This includes both vessels and escorting patrol boats, as calculated from Russian Defense Ministry data.

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3. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaUnited Kingdom

   Sep 1, 2026, 01:08 UTC

   

   Tacna-Arica Railway: Governor Requests Caltrain Material for Modernization

   The governor of Tacna, Luis Torres, requested the use of some of the railway material donated by US company Caltrain to the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima (MML) for the development of the Tacna-Arica route. The material includes wagons, cabins, trailers, and locomotives. The request was made through a letter to Lima Mayor Renzo Reggiardo, who showed willingness to coordinate technical aspects and invited the governor to a meeting on September 1. The material, which remains stored in Lima, could help boost tourism and integration between southern Peru and Chile.

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4. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastBasketball

   Sep 1, 2026, 01:08 UTC

   

   Cruzeiro vs Corinthians: Brazilian Women's Championship Quarter-Finals Preview

   Cruzeiro hosts Corinthians in the first leg of the Brazilian Women's Championship quarter-finals on Monday, September 1, at Independência Stadium. The match kicks off at 19h15 (Brasília time) and will be broadcast live on sportv and ge. Cruzeiro finished the first phase in seventh place, while Corinthians was second. The teams previously met in the 2025 final, won by Corinthians, and in the first phase this year, with Cruzeiro winning 3-2. VAR will be used in the knockout stage for the first time this season.

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5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastEarth

   Sep 1, 2026, 00:49 UTC

   

   2026-2027 Fishing Season Begins in Izmir

   The 2026-2027 fishing season in Izmir has commenced with a ceremony attended by Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Ibrahim Yumakli. The season started on September 1st, following the end of a fishing ban that began on April 15th. Fishermen marked the occasion by casting their nets into the sea with the words 'Vira Bismillah'.

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6. PoliticsRegulatorsSanctionsWarMiddle East

   Sep 1, 2026, 00:47 UTC

   

   Ukraine Strikes Russian Drones, Airports, and Oil Refinery

   Ukrainian forces hit storage, preparation, and launch sites for strike drones in the Orel, Rostov, Bryansk, and Leningrad regions. They also targeted military airports in Yeysk and the Black Sea, as well as an oil refinery in the Leningrad region. President Zelenskyy confirmed these strikes, stating that they aim to deprive Russia of resources to wage its war.

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7. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast AsiaOil & Gas

   Sep 1, 2026, 00:28 UTC

   

   NABEP to Deploy 52 Drilling Rigs in Venezuela

   The Venezuelan oil company NABEP, backed by the Trump administration, plans to dispatch more than 50 drilling rigs to Venezuela over the next few years. The first six rigs are expected by the end of 2026, with another 12 planned for 2027. Additionally, NABEP aims to use around 30 rigs for capital repairs of wells. This move is part of a broader plan to significantly increase Venezuela's oil production and expand its infrastructure.

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8. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

   Sep 1, 2026, 00:26 UTC

   

   Police Drones in Istanbul Warn Alcohol Consumers

   Police in Istanbul are using drones equipped with loudspeakers to warn citizens consuming alcohol in prohibited areas. The drones announce: 'This is a police drone. Alcohol consumption is prohibited in this area. Leave this area immediately.' This innovative approach has been employed in various districts, including Fatih and Üsküdar, with mixed public reactions.

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9. WorldMiddle EastUkraine

   Sep 1, 2026, 00:05 UTC

   Explosions Heard in Kyiv and Brovary

   A series of loud explosions were heard earlier in Brovary, with enemy targets in Kyiv also hit. Explosions were reported in the west and east of Kyiv, as well as in Brovary. The rocket attack continued, with no new missiles currently being detected.

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