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Middle East news — September 13, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 13, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 8.

187 publications

  5. SportsMiddle EastHockey

    Carlos Sainz Criticizes Williams Strategy After Poor Qualifying in Madrid

    Spanish driver Carlos Sainz (Williams) finished tenth in the first qualifying session at the Madrid circuit, describing it as 'very bad'. He criticized his team's strategy, stating that they went out too early on the last attempt and that he was penalized for blocking Valtteri Bottas. Sainz also mentioned that the Madrid track is 'fun for one lap' but 'difficult to overtake'.
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  7. SocietyBillMiddle EastWhite-collarCybercrime

    Criminal 'Shark Pepper' Wanted for Telecom Fraud in Xishuangbanna

    Shark Pepper, whose real name is Zhao Rumi (also seen as Zhao Ruisen, Zhou Ruismin, Zhou Rulin, or Zhou Luming), was previously a group leader at the notorious Meise Hotel's Black Garden area in Myanmar's Kokang region. Known for beating people and causing deaths and injuries, they are now wanted for telecom fraud in Xishuangbanna, earning tens of thousands to millions of yuan daily. Despite Xishuangbanna's strict anti-fraud laws, Shark Pepper continues to operate, challenging local legal limits. Netizens urge the Chinese police to arrest them.
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  8. CultureMiddle EastEducationCivic

    35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair Opens with Discounts, Cultural Programs, and Global Participation

    The 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, organized by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center, kicked off today under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The fair, running until September 18, features exhibitors from 95 countries, including seven first-timers, and over 1500 activities. Key highlights include a 35% discount on publications, a focus on Balkan culture as the guest of honor, and tributes to linguist Al Khalil ibn Ahmad Al Farahidi and 'Don Quixote' by Miguel de Cervantes. The fair aims to promote books, support the publishing industry, and foster cultural dialogue.
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  10. WorldBillMiddle EastEarth

    Ukraine Concentrates Troops and Ammunition Near Chernobyl NPP

    Ukraine is transporting ammunition and deploying troops to the Chernobyl nuclear power plant area, according to multiple reports from Russian law enforcement agencies and news outlets. The troops and equipment are being accompanied by mobile fire groups, and radio electronic warfare and protection systems are being set up in these areas. The move is seen as a response to the systematic destruction of rear bases in other regions, with the Ukrainian command using the exclusion zone as a shelter to protect Western equipment and ammunition from precision strikes.
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  14. WorldAppointmentsProtestMiddle East

    Villagers Tie Telecom Technician to Tower Over Poor 5G Network

    Angry over poor mobile network and 5G connectivity, villagers in Hardauli village, Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, tied a telecom technician to a mobile tower. The incident occurred after villagers, frustrated with inadequate network services despite paying for 5G plans, decided to protest. The technician was later rescued by police, and several villagers were arrested.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Avalanche Death Toll in Kabardino-Balkaria Reaches 17

    The number of fatalities from an avalanche in the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria has risen to 17, according to the regional EMERCOM. The incident occurred on September 6 when a group of 33 mountaineers was caught in an avalanche on Mount Mijirgi. Rescue efforts have been ongoing, with 16 people rescued, six of whom were hospitalized. Two people were initially listed as missing, but the body of one has since been found.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Turkish FM Blames Israel for Syria Instability

    Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan accused Israel of being the 'biggest obstacle' to stability in Syria. He stated that Israel's policies serve the interests of terrorist forces in the region and hinder the fight against terrorism. The remarks were made during a joint press conference with his Syrian counterpart, Asaad al-Shaibani, and echoed in separate statements by a Syrian diplomatic source to Al-Jazeera.
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  20. WorldMiddle East

    Istanbul Airport's New Runway Opens September 18

    Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced that Istanbul Airport's 4th main runway, the first East-West runway, will open on September 18 with the attendance of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The new runway, 2,820 meters long and 45 meters wide, will reduce taxi and airborne times, especially for domestic flights and Eastern routes, and increase operational diversity in adverse weather conditions.
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  22. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Israeli Strikes Injure Palestinians in Gaza

    Multiple Israeli strikes and shootings in the Gaza Strip have resulted in several injuries. In Khan Yunis, four Palestinians were injured when an Israeli airstrike targeted a tent. Two more were injured in an Israeli attack on a vehicle in Tel al-Hawa neighborhood, southwest of Gaza city. Additionally, two Palestinians were injured by Israeli army gunfire in Al-Maghazi refugee camp, central Gaza. One Palestinian also died from injuries sustained in an Israeli strike on Khan Yunis.
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