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Middle East news — September 19, 2026 - Page 7

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 19, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 7 of 7.

160 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastChinaConflict

    Russia's Targeted Attacks on Ukraine's Railway Infrastructure

    Russia has been systematically attacking Ukraine's railway infrastructure, particularly targeting trains and locomotives. Since the start of the war, over 500 locomotives have been damaged or destroyed, with more than 60% of these losses occurring in the last eight months. Currently, Ukraine is losing an average of 37-40 locomotives per month. These attacks threaten Ukraine's military logistics, economy, and people's mobility.
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  2. PoliticsJudiciaryCorruptionMiddle East

    Judge Boasberg's China Connections Raise Concerns

    Natalie Winters reports that Judge Boasberg, who served on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Court, hosted Chinese nationals nine times through a Chinese law exchange program, six of which occurred during his FISA tenure. The program is linked to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), raising concerns about potential compromises of American intelligence.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado Plans Return to Push for Elections

    Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado is preparing to return to Venezuela from exile in Panama to lead the effort for new presidential elections. She plans to travel across the country, rebuild her political network, and identify potential officials for a future transition. Machado is ready to enter Venezuela 'by land, sea, or air,' despite concerns from some U.S. officials that her return could disrupt Washington's relationship with the U.S.-backed interim government.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Tim Cook to Attend White House State Dinner for Xi Jinping

    Apple's Executive Chairman Tim Cook is expected to attend a White House state dinner hosted by President Trump for Chinese President Xi Jinping. Cook, who stepped down as CEO in September, will continue to engage with global policymakers in his new role. This dinner marks another instance of Cook dining with both leaders, having previously attended similar events in 2017 and 2015.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastWeatherStorms

    Flooding in Belgium: At Least 20 Dead, Thousands Evacuated

    Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in eastern Belgium, resulting in at least 20 deaths and thousands of people being evacuated. The provinces of Liège and Luxembourg are the worst affected. Rescue operations are underway, with soldiers and emergency services working together to save those trapped in their homes. Many roads and bridges have been destroyed, causing significant disruption to transport networks.
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  11. WorldMiddle East

    Houthi Rebels Loot Medical and Relief Facilities in Yemen

    Houthi rebels have been accused of looting and vandalizing medical and relief facilities in Yemen's Al-Hodeidah province, particularly in the Khoka district. The local authorities and the Yemeni government have condemned these actions, stating that they threaten the delivery of aid and access to basic services for civilians and displaced people. The targeted facilities included clinics, food and drug warehouses, water and shelter projects, and were funded by organizations such as the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Operations.
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  12. WorldMiddle EastCaribbeanCentral Asia

    US Transfers MQ-9 Reaper Drones from Africa to South America for Anti-Narcotics and Counter-Terrorism Operations

    The US military is transferring MQ-9 Reaper drones from Africa to the command responsible for South America ahead of planned operations against drug trafficking and terrorism. This move is part of a broader effort to strengthen the US military presence in the region, which includes cooperation with countries such as Ecuador and Colombia.
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  14. WorldBillMiddle East

    Yemen Conflict Escalates: Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Met with Aerial Strikes

    The conflict in Yemen has seen a significant escalation in recent days, with the Houthi rebels launching attacks on Saudi Arabia, targeting cities such as Riyadh and Yanbu. The Saudi-led coalition has responded with intense aerial attacks on Houthi positions. Both sides have adopted an 'escalation for escalation' strategy, with each action met with a reciprocal response. The Yemeni government and its allies have accused the Houthis of targeting civilians, while the rebels claim their actions are in response to Saudi aggression. The international community has urged restraint and a return to diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
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  16. WorldMiddle EastClimate

    Rehabilitation of 43 Beaches in La Guaira After Earthquakes

    The Ministry of Tourism in Venezuela has announced a comprehensive plan to rehabilitate 43 bathing areas and beaches in La Guaira, following the devastating earthquakes in June. The initiative, supported by local authorities and tourism providers, aims to recover and reactivate the tourist zones, with over 3,000 merchants and service providers involved in the rebuilding process.
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