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Middle East news — September 24, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 24, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

139 publications

  3. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump to Attend Tennessee-Texas SEC Clash

    President Donald Trump will attend the highly anticipated college football game between No. 14 Tennessee and No. 1 Texas on Saturday. This will be Trump's fourth college football game since taking office, following previous appearances at Georgia vs. Alabama, the College Football Playoff National Championship, and Army vs. Navy matchups. The game, which will also feature ESPN's 'College GameDay,' is expected to draw significant attention due to Trump's presence.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Argentina's President Milei Calls UN 'Useless', Feeds 'Parasites'

    Argentine President Javier Milei delivered a scathing critique of the United Nations during his address at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. He described the organization as 'useless' and accused it of serving only to 'feed a caste of fatally arrogant parasites disguised as well-intentioned bureaucrats'. Milei also criticized the UN's handling of various global issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic, immigration, and human rights.
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  5. PoliticsWarMiddle EastDefense

    IRGC Initiatives Change Battlefield Equation

    The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has altered the dynamics of the battlefield through its initiatives. Iran's resistance, intelligent use of geography, and military actions have rendered U.S. military patterns obsolete, forced the evacuation and inactivation of U.S. bases, and led to a reduction in America's freedom of action. The IRGC's persistent firepower and dual-launch strategy have increased casualties and pushed the U.S. towards dispersion, concealment, and 'minimum presence'.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    UAE Mourns Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

    The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Dubai are mourning the loss of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a key figure in the establishment of the UAE Armed Forces and a steadfast supporter of Dubai's rulers. He passed away on Monday morning, and state mourning has been declared with flags flying at half-mast in Dubai for ten days. Funeral prayers were held at the Zabeel Grand Mosque in Dubai, and condolences were received at the Zabeel Majlis for three days. Leaders from the UAE and other Gulf countries, including Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and Kuwait, offered their condolences to the Al Maktoum family.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Mauritius Backs Moroccan Autonomy Plan for Sahara

    The Republic of Mauritius has revised its stance on the Western Sahara issue, now considering Moroccan sovereignty under autonomy as the 'most realistic, fair, and lasting solution'. This shift follows the adoption of UN Security Council resolution 2797, which Mauritius finds pragmatic. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dananagay Ramful, expressed this change during talks with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita.
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  12. WorldPeaceMiddle EastNorth America

    Russia Invites Zelensky to Moscow for Talks with Putin

    The Kremlin has repeatedly invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to Moscow for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, offering security guarantees. However, the invitation comes with the condition that Zelensky is willing to make decisions that align with Russia's stance. Meanwhile, Zelensky has expressed openness to a trilateral meeting involving Ukraine, the US, and Russia, potentially at the G20 summit in Miami. Russia remains open to dialogue but sees no prerequisites for peace talks yet.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    Iran: Commander Killed in Baluchestan Clashes

    Brigadier General Hossein Zarifi, commander of the Shahid Sajad operational base in Saravan, was killed along with Major Ahmad Zeraati, the base's intelligence chief, in a clash with militants in Saravan, Sistan and Baluchestan province. Five militants were killed and seven others were detained. The incident follows recent clashes between the People's Resistance Front and military and security forces in the region.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    South Africa Denies White Genocide Claims, Seeks to Mend US Ties

    South Africa's International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola dismissed claims of white genocide in the country, terming them 'fake news' with no evidence. He emphasized South Africa's commitment to unity and diversity, and criticized the US's Afrikaner resettlement program as 'race-based.' Lamola expressed concern about the US excluding South Africa from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) and the G20 summit, but ruled out gatecrashing the event. He also addressed recent xenophobic attacks, clarifying that most victims were not targeted due to their nationality.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Ukraine's Steel Industry Devastated; No Production for First Time in 100 Years

    Ukraine's steel industry has been severely impacted by the ongoing conflict, with all major metallurgical plants destroyed due to Russian shelling. For the first time in 100 years, Ukraine did not produce any tons of steel for a week in September. The industry's share in GDP has decreased significantly, and it's facing job losses and economic strain. State aid has been deemed insufficient, and there's no clear government plan for restoration.
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  19. PoliticsBillMiddle EastIsrael

    Poland Evacuates Border Crossings Amid Russian Attacks on Ukraine

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced the evacuation of border crossings in Hrubieszów and Dorohusk due to Russian attacks on Ukraine near the Polish border. This is not the first time such evacuations have occurred, highlighting the growing tension and the need for Europe to prepare for potential threats. Tusk emphasized that 'autumn and winter can indeed be critical,' urging Europe to brace for challenging times ahead.
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  21. SportsMiddle EastAquatics

    Portugal vs Wales in Nations League: Ronaldo Eyes 1000th Goal

    Portugal hosts Wales in the Nations League on Thursday, with Cristiano Ronaldo aiming to reach 1000 career goals. The match, set to kick off at 3:45 PM Brasília time, will be broadcast live on Sportv and covered by GE in real-time. Jorge Jesus makes his debut as Portugal's coach, while Wales returns to League A with Craig Bellamy at the helm. Both teams face each other for the first time since the 2016 Euros.
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  22. SocietyMiddle EastFraudLaunderingCyberattack

    Luis Alberto 'N' Arrested for Aggravated Extortion in Cuautla, Morelos

    Luis Alberto 'N' was arrested in Cuautla, Morelos, on an arrest warrant for the crime of aggravated extortion. He is suspected of being part of a criminal cell that demanded money from merchants in exchange for allowing them to work. The arrest was made by elements of the Secretary of Public Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC), in coordination with the Criminal Investigation Agency (AIC) of the Attorney General's Office (FGR) and the State Attorney General's Office of Morelos, with information provided by the National Intelligence Center (CNI). The detention is part of the National Strategy against Extortion and follows up on citizen complaints.
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