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Middle East news — September 23, 2026

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

153 publications

  1. PoliticsRegulatorsEuropeMiddle East

    AfD Gains in North Rhine-Westphalia, Overtaking CDU

    A series of polls indicate that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is gaining ground in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), currently the most populous German state. According to a Forsa poll, if a Bundestag election were held now, AfD would be the strongest party in NRW with 24%, ahead of the CDU (22%) and the Greens (18%). This represents a significant shift from previous polls, where the CDU held a more substantial lead. The polls also show strong dissatisfaction with Chancellor Merz, with only 11% of NRW voters expressing satisfaction.
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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Israeli Forces and Settlers Vandalize Palestinian Homes and Land in West Bank

    Israeli occupation forces and settlers have been conducting raids and acts of vandalism against Palestinian homes and land in various towns across the West Bank. In Ya'bad, Jenin, and Biddu, Israeli forces stormed homes and caused damage. In Turmusaya, Ramallah, and Burqa, Israeli settlers vandalized vehicles, playgrounds, and set land on fire. Incursions and raids were also reported in Qalqilya, Tubas, and Shuafat refugee camp.
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  5. WorldMiddle East

    International Hires Eduardo Baptista as New Coach to Avoid Relegation

    International has hired Eduardo Baptista as their new coach until the end of the season, aiming to avoid relegation in the Brazilian Championship. Baptista, who previously coached Criciuma, has a history of successful comebacks and is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the team. The 54-year-old coach has extensive experience in Brazilian football and has managed several prominent clubs. His appointment comes after a series of rejections from other professionals and a period of pressure for the club, which is currently in 18th place with 10 games left in the championship.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Personally Welcomes Xi Jinping for State Visit

    Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the US for a state visit, marking his first trip to the country in over a decade. In an unprecedented move, US President Donald Trump personally welcomed Xi at Joint Base Andrews, breaking with diplomatic protocol that has stood for nearly 60 years. The visit, which includes a state dinner and bilateral meetings, comes as the two superpowers seek to extend their trade truce.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Zelensky Meets Syrian President, Discusses Bilateral Relations

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in New York. The meeting marked a significant development in bilateral relations, following the restoration of diplomatic ties between Ukraine and Syria during the UN General Assembly last year. Zelensky highlighted the progress made in political, economic, and security cooperation, including high-level dialogues. He expressed Ukraine's openness to further developing these relations and strengthening regional security.
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  12. WorldBillLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Senate Lowers Conviction Threshold in VP Duterte's Impeachment Trial

    The Senate impeachment court has voted to adjust the two-thirds conviction threshold to cover only senator-judges who are legally eligible to take part in the proceedings. This means that the required number of votes to convict Vice President Sara Duterte has been reduced from 16 to 14. The ruling is applicable only to Duterte's impeachment trial and will not affect future proceedings.
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  13. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Poland Receives Latest Batch of U.S. M1A2 Abrams Tanks

    Poland has received another 35 M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks, bringing its total to 217 out of an order for 250. The remaining 33 tanks are expected to be delivered by the end of 2026. These modern tanks are part of Poland's effort to strengthen its defense capabilities and modernize its armed forces. The tanks will join the existing inventory of 116 M1A1FEP tanks and be distributed among the 18th Mechanized Division and a training center.
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  15. WorldBillMiddle East

    Saudi Arabia Celebrates 96th National Day

    Saudi Arabia celebrated its 96th National Day, marking a historic milestone in unity, development, and achievement. Citizens and leaders alike expressed pride and patriotism, reflecting on the legacy of King Abdulaziz and the ongoing Comprehensive Renaissance under King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The day was also an opportunity to highlight the Kingdom's role as the custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and its commitment to education, development, and security.
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  16. WorldMiddle East

    Saudi Arabia Celebrates National Day

    The Emirate of Riyadh held a seminar reviewing the unification of Saudi Arabia, its civilizational message, and the role of its rulers. The seminar highlighted national achievements, the importance of good citizenship, and the principles of unity. On Saudi National Day, citizens celebrated their homeland's journey, achievements, and values, including courage, vision, authenticity, determination, and generosity. The day marked the anniversary of King Abdulaziz's unification of the kingdom and his establishment of a mighty state.
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  18. WorldBillMiddle East

    Syrian President Meets Iraqi PM to Discuss Bilateral Relations and Regional Calm

    Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa held meetings with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. They discussed ways to develop bilateral relations, enhance political and security coordination, and expand economic cooperation. The meetings also touched upon efforts to strengthen calm and reduce tension in the region.
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  19. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Paris Brunner Suspended for Controversial Celebration

    Paris Brunner, the Monaco striker, has been suspended for four matches, two of which are closed, following his controversial celebration against RC Strasbourg. The 20-year-old German attacker mimicked a throat-slitting gesture towards Strasbourg fans after scoring, for which he later apologized. He will miss upcoming matches against Toulouse and Lorient.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastChinaHardware

    Iraq Blames Private Companies for Suspending Iran Flights

    Iraq's state-run Iraqi News Agency (INA) reported that private airport ground-handling companies had stopped providing services to Iranian airlines over fears of US sanctions, leading to the suspension of flights from Iran to Iraq. The Iraqi Ministry of Transport distanced itself from the decision, stating that it was not responsible for the refusal to receive Iranian aircraft. The Islamic Dawa Party criticized the decision, stating that it violated Iraqi Civil Aviation Law and international aviation law.
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  22. WorldMiddle EastPublic Health

    Germany Pledges to Phase Out Fossil Fuels by 2045

    At the UN General Assembly, German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider (SPD) presented a roadmap for the country's exit from fossil fuels by 2045. This marks a significant shift from previous pledges of only carbon neutrality. The plan aims to reduce Germany's dependence on imported fossil fuels, which currently account for 65% of its energy consumption. Schneider expressed optimism about the feasibility of the transition, citing the rapid rise of renewable energies and electric mobility in the country. Environmental associations praised the plan, but criticized the government's continued subsidies for the oil industry.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    Turkish Airlines Suspends Iran Flights Until March 2027

    Turkish Airlines has suspended all flights to Iran until at least March 2027, according to multiple reports. The suspension comes amidst US sanctions on Iran's aviation sector. Other Turkish airlines, such as Pegasus and AJet, have also halted their Iran flights. While some Iranian airlines continue to operate internationally, several foreign carriers have suspended their routes to Iran.
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  24. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastWeather

    Russian Diplomat Skeptical of Kanye West's Planned St. Petersburg Concert

    Maria Zakharova, the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, expressed skepticism regarding the planned concert of American rapper Kanye West in St. Petersburg. She described the situation surrounding the concert's organization as chaotic and questioned its appropriateness, given the city's history during World War II. Zakharova also criticized a controversial video by Kanye West that features praise for Adolf Hitler and uses fragments of his speech.
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