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Middle East news — September 5, 2026 - Page 4

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 5, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 4 of 8.

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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsIndictmentProtestMiddle East

    Russia Targets Ukrainian Airports Ahead of U.S. Envoy Visit

    Russia launched targeted attacks on Kyiv's Boryspil and Zhuliany airports overnight, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The strikes, which caused casualties, were reportedly a reaction to the planned visit of U.S. President Donald Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who were expected to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin before traveling to Kyiv.
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  3. PoliticsElectionsMiddle East

    Vučić Announces Early Elections, Plans to Run for Prime Minister

    Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has announced that he will call for early elections in the coming days, with September 9 or 10 as the likely date. If elected as the candidate for prime minister by his party, the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), Vučić plans to form the smallest government in Serbia's history, consisting of only 12 ministers. He has stated that he is prepared to accept the will of the SNS regarding his candidacy and has expressed his intention to resign from the presidency to run for prime minister if supported.
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  4. PoliticsLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Backlash Against NYC Mayor Mamdani Over 9/11 Commemoration Attendance

    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces criticism and growing protests from 9/11 families and officials due to his planned attendance at the 25th anniversary ceremony. They object to his past statements and associations, including an interview with Hasan Piker who once said 'America deserved 9/11'. Mamdani has defended his decision to attend, stating he wants to honor victims, survivors, and first responders.
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  6. WorldMiddle East

    Lukashenko Congratulates on Day of Belarusian Writing

    President Alexander Lukashenko congratulated participants and guests of the Day of Belarusian Writing, praising it as a festival of unique national culture and rich spiritual heritage. He highlighted these events as a source of ancestral wisdom and a means of fostering universal human values. The event, now in its 33rd year, travels around district centers, uniting generations and the nation through Belarusian words and traditions.
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  9. WorldMiddle EastIsraelConflict

    Russian 'Geran' Drones Attack Ukrainian Ports and Radar Systems

    Russian 'Geran' drones have caused damage to multiple targets in Ukraine. Two cargo ships and a container ship were hit in the port of Chornomorsk, while another cargo ship was targeted off the coast of Odessa. Additionally, an air defense radar system 35D6 in the area of Chervonopillia, Nikolaev region, and a 'Gerbera' system in the area of Slaviansk were also damaged.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Tens of Thousands Protest Hazardous Waste in Lika

    Tens of thousands of people gathered in Zagreb to protest the illegal dumping of hazardous waste in the Lika region, specifically in Gospić. The protest, titled 'March for Lika, March for Croatia', aimed to raise awareness about the issue and demand urgent action from authorities. Organizers estimate that up to 45,000 tons of electronic, sanitary, and plastic waste were illegally imported and buried between 2022 and 2025, contaminating soil and groundwater. Protesters called for a comprehensive environmental recovery plan, more protection for affected communities, solutions to waste management issues, and a moratorium on such imports.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    Teacher Resigns After Student's Harassment

    A 24-year-old teacher in Yekaterinburg, Russia, resigned after enduring a year of harassment from a migrant student. The student, identified as Ruslan or Masturbek, disrupted classes, fought with classmates, spat at girls' feet, and threatened teachers with sexual violence. Despite the teacher's repeated complaints to the school administration and deputy principal, no action was taken. The final straw was when the student and his friends spat on the teacher's classroom door. The teacher warned the student that his behavior could lead to deportation, but he replied that only his parents would be deported, and he would stay in the country.
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  17. SocietyCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle EastHealthcare

    By Any Means: Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Tackle Racism and Voter Suppression in 1960s Mississippi

    Elegance Bratton's 'By Any Means' is a drama set in 1966 Mississippi, focusing on the true story of Vernon Dahmer, a Black activist murdered by the Ku Klux Klan after defying poll taxes. The film follows FBI agent Wayne Strider (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) and mafia hitman Gregory Scarpa (Mark Wahlberg) as they team up to investigate Dahmer's murder, navigating a world where racial tensions are high and justice is elusive.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Hugh Jackman Eyes Stake in Norwich City, Following Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham Success

    Hollywood star Hugh Jackman has revealed he's in talks to buy a stake in English Championship club Norwich City, following the success of his friend and fellow actor Ryan Reynolds with Wrexham. The 57-year-old Australian actor, whose mother is originally from Norwich, has been a lifelong supporter of the club, known as 'The Canaries'. He believes this could be the year for Norwich's promotion to the Premier League.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast AsiaWeather

    High Activity of Plague Focus Detected on Russia-Mongolia Border

    A high level of activity of a plague focus has been recorded on the border between Russia and Mongolia. The consumer protection agency reported that the natural plague hotspot, covering approximately 29,000 km² with around 60% of this territory being in Mongolia, has shown increased activity. Russian and Mongolian specialists are continuously monitoring the situation, conducting research, and vaccinating the population.
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  22. ScienceMiddle East

    Putin to Chair 'Victory' Organizing Committee Meeting, Consider 'City of Labor Valor' Applications

    Russian President Vladimir Putin will chair a meeting of the Russian Organizing Committee 'Victory' on September 4. The main agenda includes considering applications for the honorary title 'City of Labor Valor' for 12 cities. The title, established in 2020, recognizes cities for their residents' outstanding contributions to the labor front during the Great Patriotic War. The meeting will also discuss issues related to improving excursion and museum activities, and tasks for executive and judicial authorities in preserving historical memory.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    Russian UAVs Disrupt Ukrainian Army Reserves Transfer in Zaporozhye

    The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that operators of 'East' UAVs disrupted the transfer of Ukrainian Armed Forces reserves in the Zaporozhye region. Units of the 'East' group struck enemy fortifications and groups of servicemen with sequential drone strikes during their deployment. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone operators are threatened with being transferred to assault units if they fail to meet their daily quota of 150 drone missions.
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