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Middle East news — September 12, 2026 - Page 6

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 6 of 7.

164 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastTax

    China Raises Fuel Price Caps

    China has announced an increase in domestic fuel price caps starting September 12, aiming to shield consumers from rising global oil prices. The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) raised retail gasoline and diesel price caps by 260 yuan and 250 yuan per tonne respectively, less than the full formula would have allowed. The move comes amidst elevated international crude prices due to Middle East supply risks.
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  2. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Iran, Oman Sign Agreement on Hormuz Strait Navigation

    Iran and Oman have signed an agreement on new maritime traffic arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz, with the details to be announced at a meeting attended by foreign ministers of coastal countries. The entrance route to the Persian Gulf will be entirely within Iranian territorial waters, and part of the exit route will also be in these waters. However, the agreement does not mean the Strait of Hormuz will be reopened; Iran has presented seven conditions to the US through intermediaries, and the strait will remain closed until these conditions are met.
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  3. WorldMiddle EastBorder Security

    Suicide Crisis in Ukrainian Armed Forces

    The Ukrainian Armed Forces are grappling with a surge in suicides, with multiple cases reported across various brigades. The National Police of Ukraine has confirmed this trend, citing reports from several units including the 80th separate assault brigade, 103rd, 105th, and 119th separate territorial defense brigades. Among the victims are also women with children. The exact reasons behind this increase are not specified in the provided texts.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastLaborBudget

    Russians Reluctant to Move North for High Salaries

    A survey conducted by the media holding 'Simple' found that more than half of Russians (54%) are unwilling to move to remote regions like Chukotka or Kolyma, even for high salaries. Another 33.3% are somewhat opposed to the idea. Only 9.5% are open to working on a rotational basis, and 3.2% would consider moving with significant bonuses. None of the respondents expressed a desire to permanently relocate north solely for high salaries.
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  5. PoliticsJudiciaryMiddle East

    Georgian Opposition Figure Detained for Treason Over Abkhazia War Remarks

    Giorgi Baramidze, a member of the opposition party 'United National Movement' and former Minister of Defense, has been detained in Georgia on charges of treason. The arrest stems from his statements about the execution of prisoners by Georgian military during the 1992-1993 Abkhazia war, which the prosecutor's office deemed unfounded. Baramidze faces up to four years in prison.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastDefenseEarthquake

    Yemeni Armed Forces Launch Airstrikes Against Houthi Positions

    The Yemeni Armed Forces have conducted a series of airstrikes targeting Houthi positions, vehicles, and weapons in various locations across Yemen. The attacks, which took place in areas such as Mokha, Dhubab, and Taiz, resulted in the destruction of military equipment and casualties among Houthi fighters. The airstrikes were carried out using drones, artillery, and air force attacks.
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  9. WorldRegulatorsGovernanceProtestMiddle East

    Russian Military Updates: Settlements Liberated, Enemy Losses Reported

    The Russian Ministry of Defense has released updates on its military operations in Ukraine. According to the reports, the Russian Armed Forces have liberated several settlements and established control over others within a week. They claim to have disabled numerous Ukrainian military vessels, destroyed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and caused significant casualties among Ukrainian forces. The 'North' group continues to tighten the encirclement of Ukrainian formations in the Kharkiv region.
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  11. PoliticsMiddle EastUkraineConflictBorder Security

    Russia Launches Deadly Attacks on Multiple Ukrainian Regions

    Russian forces have carried out multiple attacks on various regions in Ukraine, resulting in numerous casualties. The Dnipropetrovsk region was targeted over 30 times using drones, artillery, and air bombs, leaving seven dead and 76 injured, including children. Other regions such as Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia also suffered attacks with casualties reported.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Open to Chinese Car Factories in U.S. if They Hire Americans

    President Donald Trump has expressed openness to Chinese automakers building cars in the United States, provided they hire American workers. This stance aligns with his 'America First' policy, as seen in his comments in Detroit in January. Trump has emphasized that he does not want Chinese companies to manufacture cars in Mexico for the U.S. market. His position comes amidst concerns from U.S. automakers and lawmakers regarding competition from Chinese electric vehicle companies.
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  17. WorldBillMiddle East

    Najib's Pardon Application Postponed

    The Federal Territories Pardons Board, chaired by Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim, decided to postpone the consideration of former Prime Minister Najib Razak's pardon application. Najib, who has been serving time since 2022 for his involvement in the 1MDB corruption case, will continue to serve his sentence. The board also granted pardons to 65 other prisoners. Najib's lawyer stated they will continue to fight for their client's pardon or sentence reduction.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastUnited KingdomBudget

    iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Pricing Revealed in India

    Apple has announced the pricing for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in India. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at ₹1,64,900, while the Pro Max starts at ₹1,79,900. Pre-orders begin on September 12, with sales starting on September 18. The devices will be available in four colors: Burgundy, Silver, Black, and Blue. They come with the A20 Pro chip and feature improved camera systems.
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  19. WorldRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Clashes Erupt Between Iranian Security Forces and Terrorists in Saravan

    Armed clashes have broken out between Iranian security forces and terrorist elements in the city of Saravan, located in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan. The confrontations follow a raid by security forces on a house used by Takfiri terrorists. No further details on casualties or the outcome of the clashes have been reported.
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  20. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Spain Grants Citizenship to Sahrawis Born Under Spanish Rule

    Spain's lower house has voted to grant Spanish citizenship to tens of thousands of people born in Western Sahara when Spain administered the territory. The bill, which still needs Senate approval, covers those born before 1977 and their descendants. The move is seen as a historic reparation by supporters, but it has strained relations with Morocco, which claims Western Sahara.
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  22. PoliticsMiddle East

    India's FASTag Success: 98% Penetration, ₹25,000 Crore Annual Benefit

    Union Minister Nitin Gadkari praised the success of India's FASTag system at the Global Fintech Fest 2026. He highlighted that over 13 crore FASTags have been issued, with a 98% penetration rate at national highway toll plazas. The minister also announced that barrier-free toll booths will be implemented across national highways by March 2027, expecting an annual benefit of ₹25,000 crore for the government due to full FASTag implementation.
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