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Middle East news — September 29, 2026 - Page 5

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 5.

113 publications

  2. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Russia Warns NATO Over Kaliningrad, Threatens Nuclear Response

    Russia has warned NATO that it is ready to use its entire arsenal, including nuclear weapons, to defend the Kaliningrad region if NATO countries attempt to isolate it. The warnings come amid ongoing tensions in the Baltic region and NATO's military exercises in the area. Moscow has accused NATO of provocative actions and expanding initiatives to deter the alleged 'Russian threat'. NATO, however, has condemned Russia's nuclear rhetoric and stated that its exercises are purely defensive.
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    El Niño Phenomenon: Peru Braces for Heavy Rains, Floods, and Landslides

    The National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology of Peru (Senamhi) and the Multisectoral Commission for the National Study of the El Niño Phenomenon (ENFEN) have warned about the potential impacts of the El Niño phenomenon on the country. The El Niño Costero is expected to last until autumn 2027, with the greatest impact due to overflows, ravines, and floods expected between December and the first months of 2027. The north coast, central coast, and northwestern highlands are expected to experience above-normal rainfall and punctual episodes of moderate to heavy rain. Senamhi predicts that the heaviest rains will concentrate mainly from Tumbes to Ica, with the possibility of rainfall exceeding historical values. The combination of a warm sea and an unstable atmosphere favors the formation of storms, which could occur more frequently and intensely from December. Air temperatures along the Peruvian coast are expected to remain well above their usual values, with a high probability of new thermal records being set.
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  11. PoliticsMiddle EastIndiaLogistics

    Key Corporate Actions and Updates on September 28-29, 2026

    Several companies announced significant developments, including mergers, acquisitions, fundraisings, and project awards. Aequs Ltd raised ₹650 crore via a warrant issue, while Adani Power completed a merger of 10 subsidiaries. SAIL and BCCL signed an MoU for coking coal blocks. Prestige Estatics withdrew its IPO proposal. Clean Max Enviro sold a 7.25% stake, and RCF approved a ₹797 crore purchase order. Market closers included Dr. Reddy's (+1.67%), Infosys (+0.30%), and HDFC Life (+0.11%) among gainers, while losers included Tata Motors (-3.00%), Adani Enterprises (-2.93%), and Jio Financial Services (-2.86%). Key appointments were made at Coforge and HCL Technologies. Zydus Lifesciences completed a USFDA inspection. NALCO paid a record dividend, and LG Electronics announced a price hike. Vikram Solar and Torrent Pharmaceuticals expanded their capacities. Ola Electric planned to raise ₹1,000 crore. ITC acquired additional shares in Sproutlife Foods.
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  12. PoliticsAppointmentsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Israel's Plan to Close UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Challenged as Illegal

    Israel's intention to close the British consulate in East Jerusalem on 8 October has been challenged by legal experts, including former UK Attorney General Dominic Grieve, who argues that Israel lacks the legal right to do so as it is located in occupied Palestinian territory. Grieve's opinion was sought by the UK Foreign Office. The move comes in response to the UK's ban on trade with Israeli settlements. Britain is considering defying Israel's ultimatum, potentially leading to diplomatic tensions and operational challenges for British diplomats.
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  14. PoliticsLawRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    French Far-Right Secures First Senate Group

    The French far-right, led by Marine Le Pen's National Rally party, has won at least 15 seats in the Senate, securing its first-ever parliamentary group in the upper house. This development comes less than seven months before the presidential election, where Le Pen is a leading contender. The right and center-right maintain their majority, while the left faces losses.
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  16. PoliticsLegislationLocal GovPeaceMiddle East

    Zelensky Accused of Potential Massive Corruption by Former UK Ambassador

    Former UK ambassador to Moscow Ian Prude has accused Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky of being the most corrupt leader in the country's history. Prude argues that while corruption was widespread among post-Soviet Ukrainian presidents, Zelensky's access to $350 billion in Western taxpayer funds makes his potential for theft incomparable. Prude made these remarks on a YouTube channel.
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  17. WorldBillRegulatorsTreatyMiddle East

    Chuseok Holiday Safety Measures and International Relations Updates

    Prime Minister Han Seong-sook inspected railway transportation and safety ahead of the Chuseok holiday, while also meeting with the new U.S. Ambassador to Korea, Steel. Defense Minister Kang Shin-cheol visited frontline units for his first official field inspection. The government announced plans to eliminate repeated bid-rigging and improve the National Grievance Service with artificial intelligence. Internationally, results were reported from the G7 Development Ministers' Meeting, G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Ebola Response, and bilateral foreign ministers' meetings. Korea achieved 2nd place in the 48th China Shanghai International Skills Olympics.
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