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Middle East news — September 3, 2026 - Page 6

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

136 publications

  2. PoliticsRegulatorsLocal GovAsiaMiddle East

    BRS Slams Congress Government in Telangana

    The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has released a chargesheet against the Congress government in Telangana, accusing it of failing to keep its promises and destroying the state's economy. BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao declared that Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy's demand for K. Chandrashekar Rao's resignation as the leader of the opposition was a sign of his weakness. BRS spokesperson Ravula Sridhar Reddy criticized the Congress for not fulfilling its guarantees and promises, while Putta Vishnuvardhan Reddy accused the government of 'loot and scoot'.
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  3. WorldAfricaMiddle East

    Kenya Orders Crackdown on Foreign Hawkers, Small Retailers

    President William Ruto has ordered a nationwide crackdown on foreign nationals operating small businesses and hawking, setting Monday, September 7 as the deadline for state agencies to enforce shut-downs. The move aims to secure a larger market for Kenyan traders and protect local micro-entrepreneurs from external competition. Ruto also directed lawmakers to expedite the passage of the Local Content Bill, 2025, which proposes stringent local participation thresholds across multiple economic sectors to safeguard domestic entrepreneurs.
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  5. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Putin and Mongolian PM Discuss Strategic Partnership

    Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Mongolian Prime Minister Nyam-Osoryn Uchral in Vladivostok during the Eastern Economic Forum. The leaders discussed the strategic partnership between their countries, focusing on economic cooperation in areas such as coal, energy, infrastructure, and livestock products. They also talked about implementing the Free Trade Agreement between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union to increase exports.
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  6. PoliticsJudiciaryCivil RightsMiddle East

    TMC Alleges BJP Attack on Kolkata Office, Calls it Assault on Democracy

    Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee has alleged that BJP workers armed with weapons stormed the party's Camac Street office in Kolkata, vandalized the premises, assaulted staff, and damaged electronic equipment. This incident comes days after West Bengal Police registered an FIR against Banerjee and other TMC leaders over alleged obstruction and assault of police personnel during the removal of an unauthorised hoarding at the same location. TMC accuses BJP of misusing law and order machinery to target them, calling it an assault on democracy.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsAfricaMiddle East

    Laos: Amari Hotel's Guard Dog Charges Exorbitant Property Management Fees, Refuses Refund

    In Laos' Vientiane, the guard dog of the Long Vien Golf Club and the office location in the three-link villas of the Amani Hotel, 11th floor, charges exorbitant property management fees. Initially promising safety and showing photos with the Lao Public Security Bureau, they disappeared after problems arose, refusing refunds or solutions. The boss is hiding and delaying time. Locations, license plate numbers, and photos with local girlfriends are revealed. High-resolution photos and close-ups will be exposed if not handled. The Hyundai is Mr. Yang's, the business car is a special car for the Amani Hotel, and there is also another Hyundai business car. His plane and WS are separately connected, ready to run away at any time. They still have other properties in operation, please investigate the Amani Hotel by the Lao and Chinese police departments. There are still many underground betting platforms inside, and those who are looking for office space should be careful.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Super Typhoon Hinnamnor Affects Hong Kong

    Super Typhoon Hinnamnor is currently influencing Hong Kong with Signal One in effect. It will hover in the northeastern part of the South China Sea tonight and tomorrow morning, remaining about 300 kilometers or more away from Hong Kong. Strong winds are expected due to Hinnamnor and the northeast monsoon. The typhoon is forecast to approach the Pearl River estuary again on Friday, but its strength at that time is uncertain. The Hong Kong Observatory will closely monitor Hinnamnor's movement and assess whether to issue a stronger signal when it approaches the mouth of the Pearl River Delta.
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  13. WorldRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    Maduro Asks U.S. Judge to Dismiss Drug Trafficking Charges, Claims Immunity

    Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has requested a U.S. federal judge to dismiss drug trafficking charges against him, arguing immunity as the head of a sovereign state. Prosecutors have until October 2 to respond to the request, and a hearing is scheduled for November 17. Maduro has pleaded not guilty and is set to stand trial in June 2027 unless the case is dismissed.
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  14. SportsMiddle EastBasketball

    New York Yankees Manager Praises Spencer Jones' Impact

    New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised rookie outfielder Spencer Jones' impact on the team before their series finale against the Los Angeles Angels. Boone noted that Jones can 'change the game' due to his ability to contribute offensively and on the bases. Since his recall in June, Jones has hit .256 with nine home runs, nine stolen bases, and an .823 OPS. Boone also mentioned that Jones has earned more playing time, leading to Trent Grisham getting a day off.
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  16. PoliticsMiddle EastChinaDefense

    Russia Secretly Helps Iran Develop Advanced Supersonic Missiles

    Russia has been secretly assisting Iran in developing advanced supersonic cruise missiles since 2023, according to an investigation by the Financial Times. The covert program, codenamed C430L, involves Russian missile experts helping Iran develop a ramjet propulsion system capable of maintaining speeds several times the speed of sound. This technology could be used in anti-ship and ground-based cruise missiles, posing a threat to US warships in the Middle East. The program continued even after the US and Israel started their war with Iran in 2026.
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