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Middle East news — October 8, 2026 - Page 5

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 8, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 7.

160 publications

  2. WorldMiddle East

    Yemen: Sana'a Forces Advance in Taiz and Lahij

    Sana'a forces have made significant progress in their offensive to capture Taiz, reducing the lower pocket and opening a new front in Lahij. They have taken control of several strategic locations, including Al-Makishah, Al-Kudra Qadas, and Jabal Shawwar. In the Ash Shamayatayn front, Ansarallah has taken control of Sharjab and advanced into the Al-Maqatirah district. Meanwhile, in the Bab el-Mandeb area, there have been contradictory reports regarding control over certain locations.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Sudan's al-Burhan Rejects Talks, Vows to Retake Territory from RSF

    Sudan's military leader, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has rejected negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and vowed to retake all territory controlled by the group. Clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and RSF have resulted in civilian deaths and displacement, particularly in West Kordofan and Blue Nile. Al-Burhan has maintained this stance despite international pressure, including a recent meeting with US envoy Massad Boulos. The conflict, ongoing since April 2023, has created regional tensions and humanitarian concerns.
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  9. WorldLawMiddle EastIsrael

    Ukraine Fortifies Kyiv Bridges Against Drone Attacks

    Ukraine has begun reinforcing its bridges in Kyiv with protective nets to safeguard against potential drone attacks, following recent incidents that caused significant disruption to the city's traffic. The move comes as Russia intensifies its assault on Ukraine's infrastructure, with Kyiv experiencing its most severe attacks since the war began. Mayor Vitali Klitschko has warned that the capital is now in a 'very dramatic situation' and could be 'ripped apart' by the ongoing assault.
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  10. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestAsiaMiddle East

    Feijoo Promises to Restore Normality in Ceuta, Expel Irregular Immigrants, and Build New Infrastructure

    Alberto Núñez Feijoo, the leader of the PP, visited Ceuta and outlined his plans for the city if elected. He pledged to expel the 15,000 irregular immigrants still in Ceuta, push for a new Immigration Law to speed up deportations, and invest in infrastructure projects such as building 8,000 homes, a new police station, a new Civil Guard headquarters, and a single military base. He also criticized the Sánchez government's handling of the migration crisis and promised to make Ceuta a permanent priority.
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  12. SocietyMiddle EastBudgetHealthcare

    Employees Allege Non-Payment of Wages by Dishonest Bookies and Betting Platforms

    Group members have exposed several dishonest bookies and betting platforms that have not paid their employees' wages for months. These platforms include West Harbor Li Le's project, West Gate Li Le's bookie project, and Xianggang Li Le's young master's project. The companies operated in the US stock transfer area and encountered checks when depositing money, moving it around between different accounts. When facing difficulties, the companies asked employees to wait and gave various excuses for not paying wages. Employees threaten to expose office photos, chat records, and report to relevant domestic institutions if the issue is not resolved.
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  15. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    UN Concerned Over Civilian Casualties in Ukraine's Strikes on Russia

    UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep concern over the increasing number of civilian casualties in Russia, particularly in the Moscow region, resulting from Ukraine's military operations. His spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, emphasized that attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure violate international humanitarian law and must stop immediately.
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  19. WorldMiddle East

    Building Collapse in Istanbul's Maltepe District

    A seven-story building in Istanbul's Maltepe district partially collapsed, with people potentially trapped under the rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing. The incident occurred in the early morning hours, with reports stating that the first three floors of the building collapsed. Teams, including firefighters, health workers, police, and search and rescue personnel, have been dispatched to the scene. Images from the incident show a thick cloud of dust and people rushing to help. The cause of the collapse is still unknown.
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  24. PoliticsBillRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    U.S. Senators Demand Swift Implementation of New Sanctions Against Russia

    U.S. senators, including Jeanne Shaheen and Roger Wicker, have called on the Trump administration to swiftly implement new sanctions against Russia. The main priority is to combat Russia's 'shadow fleet' of tankers used to transport oil and circumvent sanctions. Other key demands include increased pressure on foreign banks, preventing the development of Russia's low-orbit satellite system, and stopping the supply of dual-use technologies. Most provisions of the sanctions law are set to come into effect on October 18.
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