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Middle East news — September 15, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 15, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 6.

136 publications

  2. CultureMiddle East

    Sharjah Libraries Crown Winners of Literary Award, Focuses on Digital Knowledge Solutions

    Sharjah Public Libraries crowned winners of the 26th Sharjah Literary Award, recognizing research and projects contributing to library and information sector development. The event discussed the role of leadership and strategic planning in developing knowledge institutions. Topics covered included the future of libraries, AI-based frameworks, smart library assistants, user experience departments, and institutional readiness. The National Archives and Library won the 'Best Arab Library and Information Institution' award.
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  3. WorldMiddle EastUkrainePublic Health

    Ukraine Tests New Drone Interceptors Against Russian Shaheds

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has overseen the testing of a new generation of drone interceptors designed to counter Russia's jet-powered Shahed drones. The developments and testing are underway, with successful hits on Shahed drones recorded. The state has provided financial support for this work, and efforts are ongoing to improve control aspects and scale production.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Dollar in Colombia Today: TRM, Conversion, Buy-Sell Prices

    The Representative Exchange Rate (TRM) for the dollar in Colombia on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, is COP $3,109.30. This means US$1 is equivalent to COP $310,930. The TRM increased by COP $37.03 (+1.21%) from the previous rate of COP $3,072.27. The TRM serves as an official reference for financial transactions, but banks may have different purchase and sale prices. Before changing money, compare quotations and confirm the final rate.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastTradeMarkets

    Oil Tanker Rates Surge to Record High in Strait of Hormuz

    The cost of hiring an oil tanker on the industry’s benchmark trade route, the Strait of Hormuz, has soared to over $1 million per day, driven by a scarcity of ships willing to navigate the volatile waterway. This unprecedented surge in charter rates comes amidst geopolitical tensions and reduced effective tanker fleet, significantly increasing the system cost of transporting crude oil. Despite the high costs, refiners continue to pay due to high fuel profit margins.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Asia-Pacific Plate Member Exposed for Cheating

    A group member, Deng Sheng, from Myanmar's Asia-Pacific Plate, was exposed for cheating. Originally from Asia Pacific 4th Floor Crowd Xing Property Management Company, he moved to Jindai Property Management and then to General Mountain. In June, major Southeast Asian events were exposed in the group. Despite considering him a brother, he cheated and blamed the victim for taking money from lower levels. He was caught upon returning, and his actions were condemned for betraying his own people. The company now has only one plate left, APP Paramount, and the victim plans to report him to the police.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Sabotage Disrupts Dutch Rail Traffic

    Train traffic in large parts of the Netherlands was severely disrupted on Tuesday morning due to suspected sabotage. ProRail, the Dutch rail infrastructure manager, reported that materials, including large metal pipes, were found deliberately placed on the tracks at multiple locations, causing safety system failures. The disruptions affected both domestic and international train services, including connections to Germany. Authorities are investigating the incidents as acts of sabotage, but no group has claimed responsibility yet. The motive behind the actions remains unknown.
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  10. WorldAfricaMiddle East

    Russia to Factor Finland's Nuclear Initiative into Military Planning

    Russia has stated that it will consider Finland's accession to the French nuclear deterrence initiative in its military planning. Alexander Grushko, Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister, described this move as 'clearly negative', asserting that it undermines the nuclear non-proliferation regime and reduces security levels in Europe. Finland's decision to join the initiative was announced earlier this year, following the lifting of a long-standing legislative ban on the import and storage of nuclear weapons on its territory.
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  12. PoliticsSummitMiddle EastNorth America

    Russia Ready for Ukraine Talks, Lavrov Says

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has stated that Russia is ready for a new round of negotiations on Ukraine, emphasizing that Russia has never attempted to complicate the process. He noted that Russia is open to both bilateral and trilateral talks and is willing to discuss its position. However, Lavrov stressed that the special military operation in Ukraine will continue during any negotiations. He also suggested that the war could have been avoided if the US had not abandoned agreements reached in Anchorage.
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  13. PoliticsRegulatorsSanctionsMiddle East

    Ukraine Strikes Russian Aviation Plant, Oil Refinery, and OZON Warehouse

    Ukraine launched missile attacks on Russia, targeting the Beriev Aviation Scientific and Technical Complex in Taganrog, an OZON warehouse, and the Syzran oil refinery. The strikes caused fires and damage to the facilities. The Russian governor of the Rostov region confirmed the attacks, while OSINT sources suggested that military aircraft were being repaired and modernized at the Beriev complex. The attacks come amid a wave of fuel shortages in Russia due to renewed attacks on oil industry targets.
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  16. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Iran Expands War to Gain Leverage Against US

    Iran is widening its war efforts to gain leverage against the US by targeting tankers, regional oil infrastructure, and the Red Sea, as its original strategy of blocking the Hormuz strait becomes less effective. Gulf states are adapting and moving more oil, while Iran's crude exports remain effectively blocked. The conflict is entering a more dangerous phase, with Iran facing decreasing leverage and increasing pressure on multiple fronts.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Turkish FM Hakan Fidan Visits Azerbaijan for Bilateral Talks and Regional Peace Efforts

    Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan traveled to Azerbaijan on September 15-16 for a two-day visit. During his trip, he held meetings with Azeri officials, including President Ilham Aliyev, Foreign Minister Ceyhun Bayramov, and Defense Minister Zakir Hasanov. Topics discussed included defense and security cooperation, energy and transportation projects, a $15 billion trade target, and the Azerbaijan-Armenia peace process.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast Asia

    St. Petersburg Fuel Crisis: Third Crisis This Year

    St. Petersburg is grappling with its third fuel crisis of the year, caused by Ukrainian drone strikes disabling the Kirishi refinery. Only 55 of the city's 175 gas stations have fuel, leading to waits of up to 7 hours and fights breaking out in queues. Black market fuel prices have soared to 600-750 rubles per liter, and authorities warn relief may not arrive until October.
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  22. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastCentral Asia

    Russian Regions Pay Out Thousands in Maternity Allowances to Pregnant Students

    Since 2025, at least 37 Russian regions have paid out over 7,000 one-time maternity allowances to pregnant schoolgirls and students. The average payment ranges from ₽100,000 to ₽345,000, with the most generous being in the Smolensk region at ₽250,000. The Stavropol Territory has made the most payments, with 720 since January 2025. The initiative aims to encourage early childbearing and support young mothers.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastGrid

    Ukraine Strikes Two Major Russian Oil Refineries

    Ukraine's military has confirmed attacks on two significant Russian oil refineries. The Slaviansky oil refinery in Slaviansk-on-Kuban, Krasnodar Krai, and the TANECO refinery in Nizhnekamsk, Republic of Tatarstan, were both hit. Fires were reported at both facilities. The Slaviansky refinery has a processing capacity of about 5.2 million tons of oil per year, while the TANECO refinery is one of the largest and most modern in Russia. These strikes come amidst ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
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  24. WorldEuropeMiddle East

    Czech Republic Braces for Record Gas Price Increase

    Wholesale gas prices in Europe have surged to record levels since late 2022, driven by Middle East tensions and supply disruption risks. This is putting upward pressure on Czech gas tariffs, with suppliers like ČEZ already increasing prices. A family using around 3,000 m³ of gas could see their annual costs rise from approximately 59,000 to 67,000 crowns. If wholesale prices remain high, gas for Czech households will continue to rise.
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