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Middle East news — September 2, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 2, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 6.

139 publications

  1. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    Russia Slashes 2026 Oil Output Forecast to 17-Year Low

    Russia has cut its 2026 oil production forecast to 494.2 million tons (9.88 million bpd), a 17-year low, due to the Ukraine war, Reuters reports. The government also lowered 2026–29 production forecasts by 16–20 million tons from its May outlook. Fuel exports are expected to fall 27.3 million tonnes this year to 98.5 million tonnes, while crude exports to China and India have increased.
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  2. WorldRegulatorsAsiaMiddle East

    Peru's 2026 South American Volleyball Championship: Schedule, Matches, and TV Channel

    The Peruvian women's volleyball team, led by coach Antonio Rizola, is set to compete in the 2026 South American Championship in Rio de Janeiro from September 8 to 13. Peru will face Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, and Chile in a round-robin format, with the top three teams qualifying for the 2027 FIVB Women's World Championship and the champion securing a spot in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. The matches can be watched live on Latina TV and the South American Volleyball Confederation's official YouTube channel.
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  3. SportsMiddle East

    Dukić Finishes Sixth in ILCA-7 Class at Mediterranean Games

    Montenegrin sailor Milivoj Dukić, who had been leading the competition and was in third place going into the final race, finished sixth in the ILCA-7 class at the Mediterranean Games in Taranto. Despite his disappointing finish, Dukić had shown strong performances throughout the competition, including leading the general ranking two days prior. His teammate Ilija Marković finished 16th overall.
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  5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastWeatherClimate

    Lebanon Reports 4353 Martyrs and 12323 Wounded from Israeli Aggression

    The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health's Emergency Operations Center announced that from October 8, 2023, to September 1, 2026, the toll of the Israeli aggression on Lebanon is 4353 martyrs and 12323 wounded. The total number of casualties reached 16679, including 4352 martyrs and 12318 wounded since the beginning of the latest Zionist aggression on March 2 this year.
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  7. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Coalition Forces Intercept 10 Explosive Drones Over Erbil

    US-led Global Coalition forces intercepted 10 explosive-laden drones over Erbil on Wednesday, according to the Kurdistan Region’s Counter-Terrorism Directorate (CTD). No casualties were reported. The drones were detected and destroyed between 1:13 AM and 3:31 AM local time (22:13 GMT Tuesday to 00:31 GMT Wednesday). This incident occurred amid heightened tensions between Iran and the US, with Iran launching attacks targeting US positions in the region earlier the same day.
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  8. WorldBillLocal GovReliefMiddle East

    U.S. Strikes Near Iranian Wedding, Civilian Casualties Feared

    The United States carried out an attack in the city of Kuhestak, Hormozgan province, southern Iran, near where a wedding ceremony was taking place. Iranian officials described this attack as a 'war crime'. Reports suggest numerous civilian casualties, including women and children. The U.S. military denies targeting civilians, stating that the strike targeted Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) military sites.
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  9. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastWeather

    Germany Terminates Lease for 'Russian House' in Berlin

    Germany has announced the termination of the lease for the 'Russian House' in Berlin, a cultural institute suspected of being used for propaganda and espionage. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul made the announcement, citing long-standing suspicions and recent assessments by French intelligence. The building, operated by Rossotrudnitschestvo, includes exhibition rooms, a concert hall, and a cinema. It has been controversial since its construction in 1984, with some politicians calling for its closure. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the institute was placed on the EU sanctions list, and the Berlin Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating possible violations of the Foreign Trade and Payments Act. The closure is expected next week, with employees to be expelled or fired.
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  10. WorldBillMiddle East

    Afghan Envoy Meets Russian Officials at Economic Forum

    Gul Hasan Hassan, the Islamic State's ambassador to Afghanistan, attended the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Russia. He held meetings with Russian officials including President's special envoy Igor Livitin and the head of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Tatarstan, Tamerlan Begchantayev. The discussions focused on developing bilateral relations between Afghanistan and Russia.
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  11. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaCentral Asia

    Explosions Heard in Kuwait and Bahrain

    Multiple Arabic sources report hearing explosions in Kuwait and Bahrain. Explosions were also reported in Erbil, Iraq. The incidents follow Iranian attacks on American bases in the region. Kuwait's international airport has ceased operations, and flights have been stopped. Air defense was activated in Erbil. No official confirmation or details on casualties have been released.
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  12. WorldCivil RightsTrialMiddle East

    Zelensky Submits Bills to Strengthen Liability for Fraudulent Call Centers

    President Volodymyr Zelensky has submitted two bills to the Verkhovna Rada to strengthen the responsibility for organizing and participating in fraudulent call centers. The first bill targets 'call center oligarchs' who own and organize these centers, while the second bill focuses on fraudulent schemes involving banking instruments and 'droppers'. Zelensky emphasized the need for clear and harsh penalties, urging the parliament to consider these bills immediately.
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  13. PoliticsJudiciaryMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Russia Vows Response to Germany's Anti-Russian Decisions

    The Russian Foreign Ministry has promised a tough response to Germany's anti-Russian actions, including the closure of the Russian consulate in Bonn and the Russian House in Berlin. Moscow has categorically rejected Berlin's accusations of involvement in the Leipzig airport drone incident as 'absolutely fabricated' and 'unfounded'. The ministry has warned that these actions will receive a 'harsh response'.
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  14. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Russian Strikes on Ukrainian Logistics Facilities and Naval Vessels

    The Russian Armed Forces have launched a series of strikes on Ukrainian logistics facilities and naval vessels. Targets included warehouses used for storing military cargo and drones in the Kyiv region, as well as a logistics center in the Odesa region and a cargo ship in the port of Yuzhny. The Ministry of Defense of Russia confirmed these attacks.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Nepal PM Balen Shah Updates Parliament on Floods, Thanks India for Aid

    Nepal's Prime Minister Balen Shah updated the parliament about the ongoing rescue operations and relief efforts following devastating floods in the country. He praised India's swift flood relief effort and thanked India, China, the US, and other partners for their support. This comes days after Nepal's foreign minister called for 'climate compensation' from major emitters.
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  16. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Iran Vows Retaliation Against U.S. After Airstrikes

    Following recent U.S. airstrikes, multiple Iranian military sources have confirmed that Iran will respond in kind, with attacks potentially targeting American interests and bases in the region. Iran has warned that its response will be 'multiple times' or 'several times greater' than the initial U.S. attacks. The sources also cited American 'madness' and 'confusion' due to defeat as factors driving their actions.
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  17. SocietyIndictmentProtestMiddle East

    Police Exhume Jan Masaryk's Remains to Clarify His Death

    Police have begun exhuming the remains of Jan Masaryk, the former Czech Minister of Foreign Affairs who died under unexplained circumstances in 1948. The exhumation aims to clarify whether he committed suicide, fell accidentally, or was murdered. Experts will use modern forensic methods to investigate the cause of his death, which has been a historical mystery for nearly 80 years.
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  21. PoliticsBillJudiciaryGovernanceMiddle East

    Mendonça Removes Confidentiality from Report Involving Moraes and Vorcaro

    Justice André Mendonça of the Supreme Court (STF) ordered the removal of confidentiality from a Federal Police report detailing messages between Minister Alexandre de Moraes and banker Daniel Vorcaro. Mendonça stated that it is up to the STF plenary to decide on opening an investigation against Moraes, following a preliminary analysis that indicated the need for a separate procedure. The plenary will analyze the elements in a technical and strictly legal manner, regardless of the Prosecutor General's Office's opinion.
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  24. WorldRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    US Attacks Iranian Missile Launchers on Larak Island

    US forces attacked two Iranian missile launchers on the island of Larak, according to reports from Al-Jazeera and Axios. The attack was confirmed by an American official and is the first such action in about a month. Iranian Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) personnel were killed and injured, and Iran has vowed retaliation. The US stated that the strike was aimed at preventing Iran from disrupting global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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