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Middle East news — October 11, 2026

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 11, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

142 publications

  3. WorldMiddle East

    King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh Targeted by Attacks

    Multiple embassies, including those of the US, UK, Canada, Germany, and Spain, have advised their citizens to avoid King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh due to recent attacks. The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority announced that operations at the airport have been suspended after an attack resulted in injuries. The US embassy confirmed awareness of the attacks and warned of potential flight disruptions and airspace closures. The attacks are believed to be carried out by Yemen's Houthis, supported by Iran.
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  7. PoliticsRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    Explosions Heard in Moscow; Drones Shot Down

    Residents of Moscow reported hearing explosion-like sounds in various parts of the city, particularly in the north, northeast, and southwest. The sounds were heard in areas such as Savёlovskaya, VDNH, Mar'ina Roща, and Butyrskaya. While the cause of the sounds remains unknown, it has been confirmed that two drones were shot down by air defense. Similar incidents have been reported on previous days.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Announces Russian Diesel Supply Deal, Sparks Criticism

    US President Donald Trump announced a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to supply millions of tons of diesel to the US and global markets, aiming to lower fuel prices. Trump detailed that Russia will immediately supply over 300,000 tons of diesel, followed by additional shipments in November and beyond. The US Treasury Department issued a temporary license to facilitate the supply. However, the deal sparked sharp criticism from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who accused Trump of making an 'undignified' and 'weak' decision. Some US politicians and European allies also expressed concerns about the deal, which they see as favoring Russia over Ukraine.
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  11. PoliticsIndictmentWarMiddle East

    Ukraine Attacks Russian Data Centers

    Ukraine launched drone strikes on Russian data centers for the third time, causing widespread service disruptions across Russia and other countries. The attacks targeted Yandex data centers in Vladimir, Kaluga, and Ryazan, affecting various services including Yandex Taxi, Yandex Pay, and Yandex Food. The strikes also damaged infrastructure, causing power outages and affecting other services like Magnit, Lenta, and Dom.ru. Ukrainian drones also targeted Russian territories, hitting a data center in Vladimir, a railway bridge in Rostov, and causing fires in administrative buildings and ships.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Two-Vehicle Fireball Accident on TEM Highway in Sarıyer

    A severe traffic accident occurred on the TEM Highway in Sarıyer, Istanbul, where a car collided with a taxi, resulting in both vehicles catching fire and turning into fireballs. The fire spread rapidly, causing occasional explosions. Firefighters swiftly intervened, extinguishing the burning vehicles. Two vehicles were rendered unusable, and while the drivers and passengers managed to escape quickly, the extent of their injuries is unknown.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Saudi Arabia and Iran Discuss Tensions Amidst Houthi Attacks

    Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister received a call from his Iranian counterpart to discuss the recent escalation of tensions in the region, primarily due to Houthi attacks. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have launched drone and missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, targeting airports and oil facilities. The Saudi-led coalition has responded with airstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen. The US is considering joining the conflict, while Iran has warned of swift retaliation if it does. The attacks have resulted in numerous casualties and disruptions to oil production.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Yemeni Forces Advance on Strategic Mountain Jabal Sabr

    The Yemeni Armed Forces are making significant progress in their military campaign, advancing from multiple fronts to gain control of the strategic Jabal Sabr mountain. This key location overlooks Taiz city and has been the focus of intense fighting. Reliable sources confirm that the Yemeni forces have secured the Shibam area in the Sabra Al-Mawadim district and are simultaneously gaining control over wide parts of Jabal Han, another strategic mountain serving as the western gateway to Taiz. The offensive is currently heading towards the Bir Basha neighborhood.
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  18. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth America

    Bolsonaro Son's Campaign in São Paulo; Lula Targets Subsidized Gasoline

    Flavio Bolsonaro (PL), son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, met with mayors and city council members from the São Paulo Metropolitan Region to strengthen his political base. Meanwhile, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) targeted subsidized gasoline prices and criticized rivals' spending cuts during a rally in Natal. Both candidates are campaigning heavily ahead of the October 25 runoff.
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  20. WorldBillRegulatorsTalksMiddle East

    EU to Provide Additional €3 Billion in Military Aid to Ukraine Next Week

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the European Union will allocate another €3 billion in military aid to Ukraine next week. This follows a conversation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The previous tranche of €1.24 billion has already been received. They also discussed further cooperation and preparations for opening the remaining negotiating clusters regarding Ukraine's accession to the EU by the end of the year.
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