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Middle East news — September 2, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 2, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

139 publications

  1. SocietyMiddle EastHardwareMotorsports

    Argentina Aims for Formula 1 Return as FIA Congress Kicks Off

    Argentina hosted the American Congress of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) for the first time in fifteen years, with President Javier Milei pushing for Argentina to become the venue for Formula 1 and the World Rally Championship again. The president of the FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, expressed support for Argentina's aspirations, noting that the country deserves to host these events on its own merit. The Buenos Aires City Autodrome is undergoing a $150 million structural reform to potentially host Formula 1 again. Argentina last hosted an F1 race on April 12, 1998. Ben Sulayem also discussed the possibility of the World Rally Championship returning to Argentina before Formula 1 and hinted at the potential inclusion of Argentine sporting commissaires in F1 races.
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  3. PoliticsCorruptionTrialMiddle East

    Businessman Acquitted in Murder of Maltese Journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia

    Jorgen Fenech, a prominent businessman, was acquitted by a jury of eight to one in the murder case of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Fenech faced charges of complicity in murder and conspiracy to commit murder. The verdict was delivered after more than eight hours of jury deliberation. The European Centre for Press and Media Freedom expressed disappointment at the acquittal, warning that it sends a disturbing message to those who attack and kill journalists.
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  6. PoliticsBillGovernanceMiddle East

    Putin Explains Russia's Stance on Targeting Ukraine's Leadership

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that Russia is not targeting Ukraine's military-political leadership because it needs negotiators from the Ukrainian side if Kyiv decides to engage in dialogue. He emphasized that Russia wants to resolve issues peacefully but is prepared to respond if Ukraine resorts to state terrorism. Putin also dismissed rumors of a new mobilization in Russia as 'nonsense' and an informational attack on the country.
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  8. PoliticsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Andy Burnham's First PMQs: No Commitment on Tax Rises, Blames Tory Record

    Andy Burnham faced his first Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) today, where he refused to rule out tax rises in the upcoming budget. He blamed the previous Conservative government's record for leaving the country's finances exposed to global volatility. Burnham also pledged to work on a cross-party basis with the Tories and vowed to 'bring back hope' to the UK.
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  10. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Netherlands Moves Gold Reserves from US and Canada to London

    The Dutch central bank (DNB) has moved 86 tons of its gold reserves from the United States and Canada to London, citing 'increasing geopolitical unrest' and a desire to better prepare for potential crises. The gold, worth around 10.3 billion euros, was transferred between March and August 2026. This move increases the share of Dutch gold reserves held in London from 18.1% to 32.1%.
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  12. PoliticsBillJudiciaryGovernanceMiddle East

    Venezuela's Parliament Approves TSJ Reform for Renewal of Supreme Court

    The National Assembly of Venezuela approved a partial reform of the Organic Law of the Supreme Tribunal of Justice (TSJ), expanding the Judicial Appointments Committee to include 12 civil society members and 11 parliamentarians. This reform aims to revitalize the judicial power and establish a roadmap for the full renewal of the 32 magistrates of the highest court. The opposition views this as a step towards an independent Supreme Court.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    Marcelo Gallardo to Coach Ecuador National Team

    Marcelo Gallardo, the renowned Argentine coach known as 'Muñeco', is set to become the new coach of the Ecuador national team. The 50-year-old has extensive experience, having won 14 titles with River Plate, including two Copa Libertadores. He will replace Sebastián Beccacece, who left after the 2026 World Cup. Gallardo's first challenge will be a tour in Asia, starting with a match against South Korea on September 24. His contract is expected to be signed this week.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastUnited KingdomWeather

    Russia Denies Involvement in Leipzig Drone Incident

    The Chargé d'affaires of Russia in Paris, Alexander Zazyulin, rejected accusations of Moscow's involvement in the drone incident in Leipzig during a summons to the French Foreign Ministry. The Russian diplomatic mission informed TASS that the French Foreign Ministry has a habit of circulating false information and summoning Russian diplomats over unrelated issues.
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  17. WorldExecutiveTreatyMiddle East

    Iran Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed Until US Fulfills Commitments

    Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has declared that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States fulfills its commitments under a memorandum of understanding. This stance comes despite Iran signaling readiness to revive the agreement if Washington honors its commitments. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that the strait will remain open and not under Iranian control, citing successful destruction of mines placed by Iran and continued targeting of threats to US forces and global shipping.
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  19. PoliticsMiddle EastBiotech

    Tata Advanced Systems to Co-produce Javelin Anti-tank Missiles in India

    Tata Advanced Systems has signed an agreement with the Javelin Joint Venture to co-produce the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missile system in India. The deal comes after the Indian Army procured the missiles through the Foreign Military Sales route. The partnership aims to manufacture the Javelin All Up Round locally, boosting India's defense production capabilities. The US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, praised the tie-up as a 'major step forward' for the US-India defense partnership.
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