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Middle East news — September 20, 2026 - Page 6

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 20, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 6 of 7.

163 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Russian Strikes Hit Missile Control Plant and Data Center in Kyiv

    Overnight, Russian forces conducted airstrikes in Kyiv, targeting a plant that produces control systems for various missiles, including the 'Flamingo', 'Neptune', FP-7, and FP-9. Additionally, a data center named 'Bi-mobil', which stores, processes, and transmits data, including intelligence, and supports network equipment for the Ukrainian military, was also hit. The strikes were part of a wider operation involving multiple locations across Ukraine.
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  2. PoliticsAppointmentsProtestMiddle East

    Israeli Settlers Attack Palestinians in West Bank

    Two Palestinian men were injured in separate incidents involving Israeli settlers. In the first incident, two Palestinians were injured in an attack by settlers in the area of Wadi ash-Shu'ara in Lubban al-Sharqiyah south of Nablus. One was stabbed and the other was struck with a stone. In a second incident, two Palestinians were injured by settlers east of Salfit in the central occupied West Bank. One was stabbed in the thigh and the other suffered a head injury after being struck with a stone.
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  3. WorldConstitutionSummitMiddle EastChina

    Montenegro's EU Negotiations Face Delays

    Montenegro's negotiations to join the European Union (EU) are facing delays due to a lack of consent from several member states. While Montenegro has closed 18 out of 33 negotiating chapters, the process has slowed down due to technicalities and internal consultations required in member states. An EU official stated that many chapters are very technical and require extensive internal consultations, leading to a desire for progress but a lack of time to finalize everything. Montenegro aims to close all chapters by the end of the year, but the most optimistic scenario for the next Intergovernmental Conference is mid-October. Some member states, including Croatia, Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia, have requested a pause in the processes related to Montenegro's further integration, citing the need for additional analysis and consistent application of defined standards.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastBudgetClimate

    Ukraine: Generator, Charging Station Prices to Rise Due to New Tax Law

    Member of the Verkhovna Rada Energy Committee and Utilities Services Committee, Sergei Nagornyak, has warned that prices for generators and charging stations in Ukraine will increase significantly ahead of winter. The reason is the recent adoption of a law on taxing international parcels, which will lead to a rise in prices for imported goods, particularly energy equipment that Ukrainians often purchase in preparation for winter.
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  11. WorldMiddle East

    Heavy Traffic on Major Highways in Tehran and Alborz

    Traffic congestion is reported on several major highways in the Tehran and Alborz provinces. The Qazvin-Karaj highway, from the Shahid Kalantari terminal to the Klock bridge, is experiencing heavy traffic. Similarly, the Shahryar-Tehran axis, from Shahryar to Qods city, is also heavily congested. Additionally, there is congestion on the Taleqan-Hashtgerd axis, from Taleqan city to the Fashand-Ardeh intersection. The Karaj-Tehran highway is also affected by heavy traffic.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    Malaysia's Badminton Team Faces Tough Draw at Asian Games

    Malaysia's men's and women's badminton teams have been drawn against formidable opponents in the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The men's team will face Mongolia in the first round, with a potential quarter-final clash against Indonesia, while the women's team will play Hong Kong in the first round, followed by a possible quarter-final against South Korea. Both teams will have to overcome strong Asian badminton powerhouses to challenge for the gold medal.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Alexander Pluschenko Places 13th in Junior Grand Prix Debut for Azerbaijan

    Alexander Pluschenko, son of two-time Olympic champion Yevgeny Plushenko, finished 13th in his debut tournament for the Azerbaijan national team at the Junior Grand Prix stage in Ankara. The 13-year-old figure skater scored 171.65 points in total over two programs, receiving 114.53 points for the free skate and 57.12 points for the short program. Japanese figure skater Daiya Ebihara won the event.
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  16. PoliticsWarMiddle EastConflict

    Massive Drone Attack on Moscow Region Causes Deaths and Widespread Damage

    Overnight, the Moscow region faced a massive drone attack resulting in 249 drones being shot down. The attack led to significant damage and casualties across 17 districts. In Sofrino, a 44-year-old woman was killed, and five others were injured, including two children. An elderly man died in Orekhovo-Zuevo. A 21-story building in Ramensky district caught fire, evacuating 400 people. Multiple private houses and multi-story buildings were damaged, with fires breaking out in several locations. No casualties were reported in Istra despite damage to a residential building and an enterprise.
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  18. WorldProtestMiddle EastPublic Health

    Protests in Germany Over COVID Restrictions

    Across Germany, protests against COVID-19 restrictions have been ongoing. In Berlin, thousands gathered at the Brandenburg Gate, while in other cities like Munich and Stuttgart, smaller demonstrations took place. Protesters argue that the current measures are disproportionate and infringe on their freedoms. Some carried signs reading 'Freedom' and 'End the Lockdown'. Police presence was heightened to maintain order.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastBudget

    French Public Debt to Hit Record High of 121.7% of GDP by 2027

    France's public debt is set to reach an all-time high of 121.7% of GDP by 2027, according to forecasts from the Ministry of Economy and Finance. This increase is attributed to a persistently high deficit. The debt is projected to reach 119.3% of GDP in 2026, also a record high since 1995. Despite budget adjustments, the deficit is expected to remain above the EU's 3% target until 2029.
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  22. PoliticsMiddle EastEarthBiodiversity

    Russia Moves 'Shahid' Production Underground in Alabuga

    Russian forces are constructing underground workshops for the production of 'Shahid' drones in the Alabuga special economic zone. Approximately 42,000 square meters of underground space has been arranged for future production capacities. This move, likely in response to Ukrainian strikes, aims to decentralize infrastructure and strengthen protection of facilities, making them harder to target.
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  24. WorldMiddle East

    Massive Power Outage Affects Hundreds of Thousands in Buenos Aires

    A significant power outage occurred in Buenos Aires, affecting both the city and surrounding metropolitan areas. The outage started around 21:00 on Saturday, leaving thousands of residents without electricity. According to reports, the peak of affected users reached nearly 600,000, with service interruptions lasting for several hours. Both Edesur and Edenor distributors were impacted, causing widespread disruption. The cause of the outage remains unknown.
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