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Middle East news — September 17, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 17, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Kyrie Irving Pays Fine for Azeez Al-Shaair, Calls Out ESPN for Not Naming Hind Rajab

    NBA star Kyrie Irving announced he will pay the $11,492 fine imposed on Houston Texans player Azeez Al-Shaair for displaying an unauthorized personal message on his face with the words 'Hind Rajab'. Irving also criticized ESPN for not naming Hind Rajab in their post about Al-Shaair's fine. Rajab was a 5-year-old girl who was killed in an Israeli tank attack in Gaza in January 2024.
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  7. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Hoffenheim's Europa League Journey Begins with Challenges and Defeat in Crete

    TSG Hoffenheim returned to Europe after a one-and-a-half-year break, facing challenges and setbacks in their Europa League opener against OFI Crete. Despite arriving late and experiencing technical difficulties at the press conference, Hoffenheim went into the match as favorites. However, they suffered a surprising 1:0 defeat, marking a disappointing start to their European campaign.
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  10. WorldCeasefireReliefMiddle East

    US Sees Ceasefire Agreements as Path to Ukraine-Russia Peace

    US Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that while Russia and Ukraine are currently focused on gaining military advantages and preparing for winter, a series of ceasefire agreements, including those concerning energy infrastructure and hospitals, could bring them closer to a peaceful resolution. He noted that while progress has been made in negotiations, there are currently no opportunities for the sides to reach an agreement.
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  12. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Poland to Provide Ukraine with Largest Military Aid Package Amid Russia's Aggression

    Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Radosław Sikorski announced that Poland is preparing the largest and most comprehensive military aid package for Ukraine in response to Russia's ongoing aggression. He emphasized that Poland will not be intimidated by Russia's actions and that the more Russia bombs Ukraine, the greater solidarity Poland should show with Ukraine and Ukrainians.
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  13. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle EastBudget

    Epa Colombia's Prison Conditions and Business Fined

    Daneidy Barrera Rojas, known as Epa Colombia, is serving a 63-month prison sentence for damages to TransMilenio installations during 2019 protests. She has been transferred to Ibagué Prison Complex, with each court appearance requiring travel from the prison. Her lawyer is reviewing her case. A video shows her complaining about her treatment during a transfer, calling it 'persecution'. Her business, Productos Epa Colombia S.A.S., was fined 140,476,000 pesos for violating consumer protection regulations.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastIsrael

    Zelensky's Strategy Criticized as 'National Suicide' by Former Aide Mendel

    Julia Mendel, former press secretary to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, has written an article for The Spectator, a British conservative newspaper, arguing that Zelensky's current strategy in the war against Russia is akin to 'national suicide'. Mendel, who is now under sanctions by the Ukrainian government, contends that Ukraine's focus on mobilization and propaganda, rather than seeking a compromise, is unsustainable given Russia's superior resources. She suggests that Ukraine should adopt a 'Finnish model' of territorial concessions in exchange for neutrality and an end to the war.
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  16. WorldBillMiddle EastChina

    Israel and Morocco Upgrade Diplomatic Ties to Ambassadorial Level

    Israeli and Moroccan Foreign Ministers, Gideon Sa'ar and Nasser Bourita, along with US Ambassador to the UN, Mike Waltz, agreed to upgrade diplomatic representation between Israel and Morocco to ambassadorial level, exchange ambassadors, and expand direct flights. They also committed to finalize investment protection and double taxation agreements by the end of 2026. This move is part of the Abraham Accords and aims to strengthen relations between the two countries.
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  17. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Power Outages in Montenegro Due to Network Maintenance

    Montenegro will experience power outages in various cities due to planned maintenance work on the network. The outages will occur in different timeframes, ranging from a few hours to a full day, depending on the location. Some of the affected cities include Podgorica, Nikšić, Cetinje, Danilovgrad, Bar, Ulcinj, Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Andrijevica, Berane, Plav, Petnjica, Rožaje, Bijelo Polje, Mojkovac, Kolašin, and Pljevlja. The maintenance work aims to improve the safety and reliability of the electricity supply.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast Asia

    Mahan Air Suspends Flights to Turkey and Oman

    Mahan Air has temporarily suspended its international flights to Turkey and Oman due to U.S. sanctions. The Tehran-Muscat route will be cancelled from September 17, and the Tehran-Istanbul and Tehran-Ankara routes will be cancelled from September 21. This decision follows the U.S. Department of Treasury's addition of 27 Iranian airlines, including Mahan Air, to its sanctions list on September 8.
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  19. PoliticsMiddle East

    Nationwide 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' Campaign Marks PM Modi's Birthday

    Across India, people are lighting 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' (Lamp of Blessings) to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday and 25 years in public service. The campaign, part of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', sees diyas being lit at homes, offices, and public places, with people offering prayers for Modi's long life, good health, and continued service to the nation. The campaign has been enthusiastically embraced by political leaders, common citizens, and even religious minorities.
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  20. WorldMiddle East

    NYC Mayor Mamdani Won't Protest Netanyahu's UN Visit

    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced that he will not participate in protests during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the city for the UN General Assembly. Mamdani stated that he has never encouraged New Yorkers to protest and that they have a democratic right to do so under the First Amendment. This announcement comes after months of tension between Mamdani and Netanyahu, including Mamdani's consideration of arresting the Prime Minister upon arrival in the city.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastChinaConflict

    Ukrainian Drone Strikes Injure and Kill Civilians in Belgorod Region

    Over the past day, Ukrainian military attacks using drones and missiles have resulted in multiple injuries and fatalities among civilians in the Belgorod region of Russia. Six people were initially reported injured, with two men hurt in separate drone strikes. Later, it was confirmed that one person had died and eight others were injured, including a minor, in an attack on the village of Rzhevka. The regional operational headquarters stated that a man was killed and several others injured when a drone attacked a passenger car and a Gazelle van. The attacks have caused damage to vehicles, factories, and homes, with no comment from Ukraine on the incidents.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    ND Leads with 31%, ELAS Second, PASOK Third in Post-ITEM Polls

    Two recent polls, one by Opinion Poll and another by Pulse, indicate a rise in support for New Democracy (ND) to over 30% following the International Fair of Thessaloniki (ITEM). ND maintains a lead of 15.1 points over ELAS, led by Alexis Tsipras, which is in second place. PASOK, led by Nikos Androualakis, is in third place with 12.1%. The polls also show a significant drop in support for Karistianou's party and potential votes for a possible Samaras party.
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  24. WorldBillLocal GovCorruptionMiddle East

    UN: Venezuela's Repressive Apparatus Remains Intact Despite Maduro's Arrest

    A UN report has revealed that despite the arrest of Nicolás Maduro and some improvements in human rights, Venezuela's repressive apparatus remains largely intact. The report highlights the continued presence of security forces, colectivos, and numerous laws used to criminalize dissent. While political prisoners have been released, over 300 remain detained. The UN mission warns that the changes are 'fragile and reversible'.
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