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Middle East news — September 9, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 9, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 4.

94 publications

  1. PoliticsBillElectionsMiddle East

    Political Parties Press JNE for Clarity on López Aliaga's Mayoral Credentials

    Fourteen political parties have requested the National Electoral Jury (JNE) to clarify whether Rafael López Aliaga, candidate for first councilor, can receive mayor's credentials if elected, as his party's original candidate for mayor resigned. The issue was discussed at a meeting where parties agreed to a proposal for the JNE to issue a binding ruling within three working days.
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  4. PoliticsBillRegulatorsCorruptionMiddle East

    Bagan Phoenix Hotel's Alleged Large-Scale Gambling Operation and Harboring of Illegal Immigrants

    Locals report that Myanmar's Bagan Phoenix Hotel is running a large-scale gambling operation, managed by a Chinese national who is also harboring illegal Chinese immigrants and people fleeing from Thailand. Despite recent crackdowns on online gambling and fraud, the casino remains unaddressed, sparking public criticism. Residents claim the operator has bribed relevant authorities to allow the casino to operate without interference.
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  6. SocietyLawCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

    Three Mayors in Antioquia Threatened by FARC Dissidents

    Governor Andrés Julián Rendón of Antioquia reported that at least three mayors in the Northern subregion of the department have received death threats from an illegal group operating in the area. The mayors of Gómez Plata, Carolina del Príncipe, and Santa Rosa de Osos were directly threatened, and the group also intended to declare 'military targets' citizens, leaders, and public servants of these territories. The Governor requested national government support and an offensive to neutralize all criminal groups threatening the people.
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  7. WorldMiddle East

    Bogotá Bridge Demolition: Changes in Mobility on 100th Street with Seventh Avenue

    A bridge on 100th Street with Seventh Avenue in Bogotá will be demolished starting Sunday, September 13. The vehicle bridge, located in the Usaquén locality, will make way for a projected connection between the 68th Street Avenue Trunk and the new Seventh Avenue Trunk. Work will be concentrated between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM, with one lane available for each direction of circulation during this time. The Institute for Urban Development (IDU) expects to deliver the new bridge by November 2027.
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  9. SocietyMiddle EastIsrael

    Israeli Aerial Strikes Target Hamas Infrastructure in Gaza

    Israeli Air Force carried out multiple strikes in the Gaza Strip, targeting Hamas' terror infrastructure. The attacks, which took place in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood and Gaza City, resulted in the death of a Hamas operative and injuries to others. The IDF also conducted a drone strike in southern Gaza, killing two Hamas operatives. The strikes come amidst reports of potential further Israeli aerial attacks on targets in Lebanese territory.
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  10. PoliticsRegulatorsTrialMiddle EastChina

    Iran Launches Unacknowledged Missile Attack on U.S. Naval Vessels

    Iran launched a missile attack against U.S. naval vessels on Monday, which the U.S. military has yet to acknowledge, following ballistic missile attacks over the weekend against an American aircraft carrier and guided-missile destroyer. No American ships were damaged in any of the attacks. U.S. officials express concern that Iran is using more sophisticated weapons and may be receiving assistance from China or Russia to locate American warships.
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  11. CultureMiddle East

    Yaya Touré Makes History as First African Coach in UEFA Champions League

    Yaya Touré, former Manchester City and Ivory Coast star, is set to become the first African coach to lead a team in the UEFA Champions League when his side Slovan Bratislava faces Paris Saint-Germain. Touré, who won the Champions League as a player in 2009, took over as coach of the Slovak champions in July and led them through three qualifying rounds to secure a spot in the group stage. He sees his achievement as a sign of changing perceptions towards African coaches and hopes it will usher in a new era in football.
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  14. WorldBillLawMiddle East

    Prosecution Seeks to Call VP Sara Duterte as Witness in Impeachment Trial

    The House prosecution panel has announced its intention to call Vice President Sara Duterte as a witness in her ongoing impeachment trial. This move comes after the prosecution rested its case on Article I, alleging the misuse and misappropriation of confidential funds. The defense has argued that compelling Duterte's testimony would violate her constitutional right against self-incrimination. The prosecution maintains that calling Duterte as a witness is necessary for transparency and accountability.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastBudget

    Gasoline and Diesel Prices Surge Above 32 and 33 Lei Respectively

    Gasoline prices have surpassed the 32 lei threshold, reaching a new high of 32.33 lei per liter, while diesel prices have exceeded 33 lei, peaking at 33.23 lei per liter. The National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE) has announced these increases, which come into effect on September 9, 2026. These price hikes follow a trend of escalating fuel costs, with gasoline having risen by nearly five lei and diesel by over eight lei in the past two months.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaLogistics

    Oil Prices Surge Amid US-Iran Tensions, Topping $100

    Oil prices have surged to their highest level in over six weeks, topping $100 per barrel, as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran raise fears of prolonged disruptions to Hormuz oil supplies. Brent crude futures climbed over 1.6% to $100.07 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose 1.72% to $94.63 a barrel. The spike comes after the U.S. destroyed five Iranian oil tankers in response to failed missile attacks on two U.S. warships, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted a U.S. base in Jordan with a missile attack. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial chokepoint for global oil supplies, has seen significantly reduced traffic, with only six commodity vessels transiting the strait on Tuesday compared to an average of twelve in recent days.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Iceland's PISA Results 2025: Student Performance Drops to New Low

    The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025 results, released today, show a significant decline in the performance of Icelandic primary school students. Only 56% of students demonstrated basic proficiency in reading, 62% in mathematics, and 62% in science. The percentage of students meeting basic proficiency has dropped by 13-22 percentage points since 2015. Iceland now ranks 33rd out of 38 OECD countries. The Minister of Education and Children, Inga Sæland, has announced measures to improve student performance, including a curriculum review and increased focus on basic skills.
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  22. WorldLawEuropeMiddle EastSci Policy

    Russia Expands 'Russian House' Network to 36 Platforms Worldwide

    Rossotrudnichestvo, a federal agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, has expanded its network of 'Russian Houses' to 36 platforms worldwide. The expansion includes 11 new houses, with eight in Africa (Kenya, DR Congo, Madagascar, Mali, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo), two in Armenia, and one in Thailand. The initiative aims to promote Russian language, culture, science, and education globally. The agency also plans to introduce a quality assessment system and launch a microgrant program in 2027.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    SBU Detains Russian Informants Adjusting Strikes on Kharkiv

    Ukraine's SBU has detained several Russian informants in Kharkiv who were adjusting strikes on the city on Moscow's orders. The suspects, including a local conscript, gathered intelligence on Ukrainian military deployments, reserve command posts, and logistics warehouses, marking targets on Google Maps for further 'reporting' to Russia. They communicated with Russian special services via Telegram and used multiple smartphones for covert communication. The detainees face up to 8 years in prison.
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