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Middle East news — October 3, 2026

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 3, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

129 publications

  1. WorldMiddle East

    17 EU Countries Demand Preservation of Funding for Agriculture and Cohesion Policy

    Seventeen EU countries, including Slovakia, have called for the preservation of funding for agriculture and cohesion policy in the EU's long-term budget for 2028 to 2034. They made this appeal in response to demands from some member states for significant cuts in the future budget. The countries listed in a document sent to Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin on Thursday stated that the EU's new priorities require additional resources, but they insisted that funding for agriculture and cohesion policy must be maintained. The document was prepared by Italy and Romania and was also signed by Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Slovakia, and Spain.
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  3. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Trump Administration Surge in Somali Deportations

    Deportation orders for Somali asylum-seekers have significantly increased under the Trump administration, with over 1,000 orders issued nationwide since February. More than half of these orders targeted Somalis living in Minnesota, marking a nearly tenfold jump from previous years. Some individuals have already been deported, while others were sent to detention facilities, including at least two from Minnesota sent to Guantánamo Bay, Cuba.
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  5. SocietyMiddle EastDefenseWhite-collarFraud

    15 Farmers Killed by Suspected Boko Haram Militants in Borno

    Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have killed 15 farmers in Borno State, Nigeria. The farmers were ambushed on their farmlands in Marte Local Government Area on Wednesday evening. Only 15 bodies out of the 18 people who went to the farms were found. The attack is the latest in a series of violent incidents attributed to the militant group in the region.
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    Russia Unveils Storm Robotic Tank at Center-2026 Exercises

    Russia showcased its new heavy robotic assault tank, 'Storm', during the Center-2026 military exercises in the Chelyabinsk region. The unmanned tank, based on the T-72/T-90 chassis, is equipped with a shortened 125 mm gun and can be remotely controlled by a crew in a separate vehicle. It is designed for urban combat and has all-around protection from anti-tank grenade launchers.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Saudi Arabia Launches Massive Airstrikes on Yemen's Sanaa

    Saudi Arabia has carried out a series of airstrikes on Yemen's capital Sanaa, targeting various locations including Mount Attan and border areas of Saada. The strikes come after Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for attacking an oil facility in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh. According to reports, the Saudi-led coalition conducted an airstrike on Sanaa, along with artillery and missile attacks on Sa'ada in northern Yemen. The Houthis have reported that Saudi Arabia launched 26 airstrikes on Sanaa, with some sources claiming up to 60 strikes in the past 24 hours.
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  12. WorldMiddle East

    Ethiopian Forces Retake Mekelle Airport from Tigray Fighters

    Pro-government forces in Ethiopia have announced the seizure of Mekele Airport from Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) rebels. This development comes after the TPLF had taken control of several airports and cities in northern Ethiopia, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The recapture of Mekele Airport is a major setback for the TPLF offensive launched last week.
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  15. PoliticsMiddle EastConflictCounterterrorism

    Russia Deploys New Drone Weapon Against Ukraine's Power Grid and Bridges

    Russia has deployed a new drone weapon against Ukraine's power grid and bridges. The drone, equipped with a special warhead designed to cut through high-voltage masts and steel bridge structures, was used for the first time on Wednesday. The weapon, known as a cumulative-cutting special warhead (KRSN), consists of a 40 kg main charge and four impact modules, totaling around 60 kg. It was used to target a 330 kV power line transition in Kyiv, disrupting major power flows and fiber-optic control channels. The use of this new weapon raises fears of a ruthless winter campaign against Ukraine's energy supply.
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  16. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Israeli Airstrike Kills Five, Including Mother and Daughter, in Gaza

    An Israeli airstrike on a building in western Gaza City has resulted in the deaths of five people, including a mother and her daughter from the Palestinian Christian community. The attack has been condemned by various Palestinian groups, including Hamas and the Palestinian Mujahideen movement, who have described it as a 'brutal crime' and a 'war of extermination'. The Israeli occupation government has been urged to stop its aggression and be held accountable for its actions.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    EU Braces for Another Energy Price Shock

    The EU is facing another surge in energy bills due to global fuel supply disruptions, particularly from the Iran and Ukraine conflicts. Restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz and reduced EU gas storage are exacerbating the situation. Elevated energy costs are straining transatlantic ties and boosting support for populist parties in Europe. EU energy ministers are discussing options to alleviate pressure on households.
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    Thailand Arrests Chinese National Leading International Drug Trafficking Ring

    Thai immigration authorities, in coordination with Chinese counterparts, arrested a Chinese national, MR. WANG, suspected of leading an international drug trafficking ring. MR. WANG entered Thailand using a marriage-based residence permit and was involved in smuggling over 80 kilograms of drugs per shipment, primarily marijuana, for export. He was arrested on September 30, 2026, at a luxury villa in Bangkok, and over 50 million baht was found in his bank account. Authorities seized 13 pieces of evidence related to suspected criminal activities, and MR. WANG's residence permit was revoked. He will be deported to China for further legal proceedings.
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  21. PoliticsLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Israeli Airstrike on Gaza City Apartment Kills Five Palestinians, Including Four Women

    An Israeli airstrike on a residential apartment in western Gaza City has resulted in the deaths of at least five Palestinians, including four women. The strike occurred early Saturday morning, with reports indicating that the building was hit without warning while residents were asleep. Among the victims were a Christian mother and her daughter. The attack comes amidst ongoing ceasefire violations and disputes over implementation. Since the ceasefire began in October 2024, over 1,400 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli gunfire.
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  24. WorldRegulatorsCivil RightsMiddle East

    Costa Rica Deports 23 Foreigners, Including 10 High-Profile Colombian Criminals

    Costa Rica deported 23 foreigners on Saturday, October 3rd, including 16 Colombians and 7 Ecuadorians. Ten of the Colombians were identified as high-profile criminals with records for drug possession and trafficking, shootout alerts, homicide, domestic violence, use of false documents, and terrorist affiliation. The deportations were carried out in coordination with the U.S. Embassy and were the fourth such operation this year.
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