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Middle East news — September 18, 2026 - Page 4

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 4 of 7.

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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Putin Transfers Assets of Auchan, Nestle, and Leroy Merlin to Temporary Management

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree transferring the assets of several foreign companies operating in Russia to temporary management. The affected companies include the French retailer Auchan, the Swiss food corporation Nestlé, and the former Russian subsidiary of Leroy Merlin, which now operates under the brand 'Lemana PRO'. The assets have been transferred to the management of the company 'L.E.V. Management'. This move comes amidst ongoing tensions between Russia and the West over the conflict in Ukraine.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Spain Announces Squad for Nations League Matches

    Luis de la Fuente, the Spanish national team coach, has announced his first squad after winning the World Cup. The list includes four new faces: Roberto Fernández and Josep Martínez, who are making their debuts, and Dean Huijsen and Fermín López, who are returning after missing the World Cup. Notable absences include Gavi, Borja Iglesias, Joan García, and Marcos Llorente, who has retired from the national team.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Search for Drowned Fishermen Ends in East Kazakhstan

    A search and rescue operation on Lake Zaisan in East Kazakhstan concluded with the recovery of two fishermen's bodies who drowned after their boat capsized due to strong winds. The incident occurred on September 15, involving three fishermen, with only one surviving. Neither of the deceased was wearing a life jacket. The search, which lasted over two days, involved divers, rescue boats, drones, and local residents.
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  5. PoliticsIndictmentTrialMiddle East

    US National Matthew Aaron Van Dyke Granted Bail in Delhi Terror-Conspiracy Case

    A Delhi court has granted default bail to US national Matthew Aaron Van Dyke, arrested in a terror-conspiracy case being probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The court directed him to furnish a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh and a surety in the like amount, and not leave Delhi. The NIA is investigating Van Dyke and six Ukrainian citizens for alleged illegal entry, stay, and movement in India, as well as assistance to ethnic armed groups in India and Myanmar, and imparting drone training to them.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Drone Parts Found Near German Military Airbase, Connection to Leipzig Incident Probed

    Parts of a drone were discovered near the German military airbase in Wunstorf, Lower Saxony. Authorities are investigating a potential connection to an attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport in August, where a drone loaded with explosive material was found near a Ukrainian transport aircraft. The drone found in Wunstorf is believed to be of the same model as the one in Leipzig, but no explosives have been found so far. The Federal Prosecutor's Office is leading the investigation.
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  9. WorldTrialMiddle EastNorth America

    Teenager Detained for False Bomb Threat to Astana Shopping Center

    A teenager was detained in Sumy, Ukraine, for allegedly making a false bomb threat to a shopping center in Astana, Kazakhstan. The joint operation was conducted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan and the cyber police of Ukraine. Electronic devices, including phones, tablets, laptops, and bank cards, were seized during the search. Digital evidence, such as the threatening message and the suspect's account, was found on these devices. Authorities are currently examining the equipment to identify potential accomplices and check connections to similar incidents.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovAsiaMiddle East

    37 Suspected Illegal Miners Die in Nigerian Custody

    At least 37 people suspected of illegal mining died while in custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State, central Nigeria. The governor declared a three-day mourning period and postponed election campaigns. Protests erupted in Minna, the state capital, with residents blaming the authorities for the deaths. The cause of death is yet to be determined, with initial reports suggesting overcrowding and poor ventilation in the detention center.
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  11. PoliticsMiddle EastBiotech

    Indian Army's Combat Dog Makes First Parachute Jump with Handler

    In a historic first, an Indian Army paratrooper from Surya Command conducted a tandem parachute jump over Behat Drop Zone in central India, accompanied by a dog handler and their combat canine. The dog, fully equipped for combat, jumped from a plane with its handler and the paratrooper, marking a significant milestone in the Indian Army's use of combat canines.
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  12. WorldMiddle East

    Syrian Singer Assala Nasri Returns Home After 15 Years

    Syrian singer Assala Nasri made a triumphant return to Damascus after 15 years of exile, performing at a sold-out concert titled 'Return of Authenticity'. The event, held at the Al-Fiha Sports Hall on September 17, was highly anticipated and marked Nasri's first performance in Syria since she publicly supported the 2011 uprising against the Assad regime. She sang patriotic songs, including 'Raise Your Head, You Are a Free Syrian', and released 'The Syrian Album', a collection of 14 songs inspired by Syrian heritage.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Lithuania Returns Russian Asylum Seeker Who Crossed Border by River

    A 60-68 year-old Russian man from the Kaliningrad region arrived in Lithuania by boat on the Nemunas River, seeking political asylum. Lithuanian authorities, including the State Border Guard Service and the State Security Department, assessed his claim and decided not to grant him asylum. He was returned to Russia through the Panemunė border crossing point on the same day. Interior Minister Martynas Šakėnas stated that such attempts to cross the border will be stopped, but each case will be considered separately.
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  16. PoliticsJudiciaryCivil RightsCorruptionMiddle East

    Kravchenko's Escape and NABU Attack

    Former Ukrainian Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko's escape from Ukraine and the subsequent failed attack on the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) are discussed in two interviews. Kravchenko's departure, the lack of interest among deputies in launching a competition for the position of head of the Office of the General Prosecutor, and the accusations against NABU director Semyon Kryvonos are explored. It is suggested that Kravchenko has kompromat and that his return could lead to chaos in the prosecutor's office.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Lithuania Prepares Evacuation Routes to Poland Amid Military Threat

    Lithuania has developed a plan to evacuate its population in case of a military threat or major crisis. Three main evacuation routes for residents of Vilnius have been established, one of which leads to Poland. Authorities in the Pomeranian Voivodeship are preparing the region to serve as a transit corridor. Evacuation is expected to begin before an immediate threat arises, and residents are advised to stay in shelters during shelling.
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  20. WorldMiddle East

    Kazakhstan to Vaccinate Boys Against HPV in 2027

    Starting in 2027, Kazakhstan will begin vaccinating 11-year-old boys against the human papillomavirus (HPV). This decision was announced by Vice Minister of Finance Abzal Beisenbekuly during discussions on the republican budget for 2027-2029. The vaccine protects against the most dangerous types of HPV, which can cause cervical cancer and other tumors. This initiative is part of the country's efforts to strengthen disease prevention among its citizens.
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  21. WorldMiddle East

    Yemen: Mass Demonstrations Support Armed Forces, Denounce 'Targeting Mecca' Claims

    The Organizing Committee in Yemen called for large-scale public demonstrations across the country to support the Armed Forces and counter the siege, while exposing the lie of targeting Mecca. These demonstrations, held on Friday, were a response to denounce the false claims made by the Saudi-led coalition. The protests were attended by massive crowds in cities such as Sanaa and Sa'dah, with participants carrying banners and flags expressing their solidarity with the Armed Forces and rejecting the accusations.
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  22. WorldBillLawCivil RightsMiddle East

    Ukraine Condemns Russian 'Elections' on Occupied Territories

    The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have condemned Russia's plans to hold 'elections' to the State Duma on temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. They stressed that these actions violate international law and the sovereignty of Ukraine, and that the results are legally void. Ukraine calls on international partners to condemn these actions, refrain from sending observers, strengthen sanctions, and support efforts to hold Russia accountable.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    Massive '313,000 Martyrs' Exercise Held in Tehran

    A large-scale military exercise and rally, dubbed '313,000 Martyrs', was held in Tehran. The event, which took place on multiple Fridays between 2021 and 2023, saw massive crowds gather in the capital. Key figures, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, were present. The event was covered extensively by Tehran Press, with reporters and photographers capturing various aspects of the grandeur and scale of the gathering.
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