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Middle East news — September 22, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 22, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 7.

151 publications

  1. PoliticsMiddle EastFraudCybercrimeCyberattack

    Hackers Claim Massive Data Breach of FBI Employees

    The hacking group ShinyHunters claims to have breached multiple FBI-related systems, including the FBI jobs and Special Agent Applicant infrastructure, and stolen data covering all FBI employees and applicants. The group alleges it exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Oracle PeopleSoft, then gained access to AWS GovCloud servers and exfiltrated approximately 2-3 TB of data. They provided a sample containing alleged personal information on 5,000 FBI employees, including names, home addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, and in some cases, information about spouses. The group also defaced the FBI jobs website, claiming that PII and PHI belonging to current and former employees as well as applicant information had been compromised. The FBI is currently investigating the claims.
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  2. WorldMiddle EastPublic Health

    Iran's Power Generation Hit by Attacks

    The Minister of Energy, Ali-Abad, revealed in a parliamentary session that recent attacks have led to a significant reduction in Iran's power generation capacity. He stated that 4200 megawatts were removed from the country's power generation cycle, which was planned to be minimized this year after a decade. The minister also mentioned that these attacks have impacted their efforts to increase electricity supply to industries.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Guatemala: Six Candidates Shortlisted for Comptroller General Position

    The Postulation Commission in Guatemala has defined a list of six candidates for the position of Comptroller General of Accounts for the period 2026-2030. The candidates are Marco Antonio Vélez González, Luis Antonio Marroquín Pimentel, Jorge Giovanni Castellanos Gudiel, Óscar Alberto Hernández Romero, Julio Otoniel Roca Morales, and Elfego Odair Castañón González. The Congress of Guatemala will now elect the new comptroller, with the process expected to conclude by mid-October.
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  4. WorldBillMiddle East

    ECHR Hears Case of 10 Ukrainian Children Missing After Crimea Annexation

    The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) began hearings on a case involving ten Ukrainian children who went missing after Russia annexed Crimea in 2014. The Ukrainian Helsinki Union for Human Rights filed the complaint, alleging that the children were deprived of their Ukrainian citizenship and placed in Russian adoption and foster care systems, violating their rights under the European Convention on Human Rights. The fate of these children remains unknown. The hearing comes amidst ongoing international concern over the welfare of Ukrainian children affected by the conflict.
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  5. PoliticsBillMiddle EastIsrael

    U.S.-Israel-Arab Air Defense Cooperation Expands Amid Iranian, Houthi Threats

    Recent Iranian and Houthi missile and drone attacks have led to enhanced defensive cooperation between the U.S., Israel, and Arab nations. This includes joint tracking of offensive drones and missiles, coordinated operation of defense systems like THAAD, Patriot, Iron Dome, and David's Sling, and increased U.S. military presence in the region. Future prospects include further network expansion, joint exercises, and potential U.S. force deployment in Jordan or Israel.
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  6. WorldEuropeMiddle EastClimate

    Europe Braces for New Heat Wave: Temperatures Up to 12°C Above Average

    A large anticyclone will spread over Europe, bringing very warm air from the Mediterranean and North Africa. This will result in temperatures significantly above average, locally up to 8 to 12°C above long-term values at an altitude of about 1500 meters. The most intense heat will affect Spain, Portugal, and France, with temperatures exceeding 35°C. The warm air mass will then spread towards the Balkans, Central Europe, Germany, Poland, and the Baltic region. Long-term forecasts suggest this heat wave could last until the beginning of October.
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  8. WorldBillLocal GovMiddle East

    Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis: Millions Displaced, Shortages Threaten Reverse Displacement

    Millions of Sudanese have returned home after displacement, but the absence of basic services like water, electricity, and healthcare is raising fears of reverse displacement. The United Nations warns that 33.7 million people are in need of assistance, with Sudan topping global emergency humanitarian indicators and facing the most severe hunger crisis in the world. Displaced families are struggling with shortages of food and essential goods, with aid often falling short of their needs.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Venezuelans in New York Protest Delcy Rodríguez's UN Visit

    Venezuelans residing in New York have organized a peaceful protest for Tuesday, September 22, at 11:00 AM at Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza in Manhattan. The protest aims to reject the presence of acting president Delcy Rodríguez at the UN General Assembly and demand presidential elections in Venezuela. Protesters plan to carry Venezuelan flags and posters in Spanish and English.
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  11. SportsRegulatorsMiddle EastTennis

    Fan ID Mandatory for Russian Cup Home Matches of RPL Clubs

    Starting October 1, Fan ID will be required for home matches of Russian Premier League (RPL) clubs in the Russian Cup. This is an expansion of the current requirement, which previously applied only to RPL matches, the Cup final, and the Super Cup. The introduction of Fan ID aims to establish uniform rules for visiting the same stadiums regardless of the tournament. The move does not currently affect lower league matches due to technical readiness issues.
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  12. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Zelensky Meets Trump at UN, Discusses Energy Ceasefire

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. The meeting focused on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the possibility of an energy ceasefire. Zelensky's visit to the US comes amidst a series of Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Dnipro, where three people were killed. The Ukrainian delegation, led by Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, is attending the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, with Zelensky set to address the assembly later this week.
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  17. WorldBillAsiaMiddle EastEarth

    Erdoğan to Address Palestinian Issue at UNGA

    President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will speak at the UN General Assembly, focusing on the Palestinian issue, particularly the situation in Gaza. He plans to highlight the 'genocide' taking place there and call for international action against Israel's 'oppression'. Erdoğan will also emphasize the need for an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital within the 1967 borders.
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  18. SocietyJudiciaryTrialProtestMiddle East

    Trial Begins for Murder and Dismemberment of Model Abby Choi in Hong Kong

    The High Court in Hong Kong started the trial against three members of the family of the ex-husband of model Abby Choi, accused of planning her murder and dismembering her body in February 2023 following a property dispute. The ex-husband, Alex Kwong, his father, Kwong Kau, and his brother, Anthony Kwong, face charges of murder and obstruction of lawful burial. The trial is expected to last 45 sessions.
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  22. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Netherlands vs Germany: Xavi & Klopp's Debuts in UEFA Nations League

    The Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam will host a thrilling encounter as the Netherlands welcome Germany in the opening match of the UEFA Nations League. This clash marks the debut of two top international coaches, Xavi Hernández for the Oranje and Jürgen Klopp for the Nationalmannschaft. Both sides are eager to start their new sporting cycles with a win, promising a tactical battle of the highest level. The match kicks off at 1:45 PM (Peruvian time) and will be broadcast by ESPN and Disney+ for South America.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    US Officials Express Confidence in Resolving Ukraine Conflict Soon

    US Vice President Mike Pence and other officials have expressed confidence that the conflict between Russia and Ukraine will be resolved soon. They anticipate progress from an upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, scheduled for September 22 or 23. Pence described the conflict as 'the most difficult of international conflicts to resolve', but remains optimistic about its eventual resolution.
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