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Middle East news — October 23, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

127 publications

  1. PoliticsElectionsMiddle EastIsrael

    Trump Endorses Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Elections

    US President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's upcoming elections. This is the first time a US president has explicitly backed a candidate in an Israeli election. Trump cited their 'good relations' and Netanyahu's role as a 'partner in peace' in combating Iran. The endorsement could influence Israeli voters, particularly those concerned about Iran. However, Netanyahu faces criticism over security failures and prolonged military campaigns.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Critical Shortages in Taiz Hospitals Amid Houthi Siege

    Hospitals in Yemen's Taiz governorate are struggling with severe shortages of fuel, oxygen, medicine, and medical supplies due to a Houthi blockade. This has led to the suspension of essential services, including emergency surgeries, intensive care, and dialysis. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 42 health facilities in Taiz city alone face acute shortages, putting thousands of patients at risk. The crisis is exacerbated by the displacement of over 256,000 people in Yemen, with Taiz being a major area affected. The WHO calls for immediate, sustained, and unimpeded humanitarian access to Taiz and urgent funding to replenish critical supplies.
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  4. PoliticsCorruptionTrialMiddle East

    Bus Passenger Conflict in Almaty Ends in Court

    A heated argument between two bus passengers in Almaty, Kazakhstan, was caught on video and shared on social media. The altercation involved foul language and resulted in both participants being charged with minor hooliganism. A 27-year-old woman, Gulnisa Zairova, was fined 20 MCI (86,500 tenge), while a 38-year-old man, Begzat Ahmetbekov, was sentenced to 10 days of administrative arrest. The Almaty Department of Internal Affairs reminded the public that disrupting public order can lead to legal consequences.
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  5. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast Asia

    Canadian Diver Molly Carlson Makes History with Iceberg Dive

    Canadian cliff diver Molly Carlson has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first woman to dive from an iceberg. The dive, which was also her highest backwards dive to date, took place off the coast of Newfoundland. Carlson, who is a Red Bull athlete, trained for months with ice climber Will Gadd before attempting the dive. The dive was inspired by her personal struggles with mental health.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaSoutheast Asia

    Road Closures Begin in Buenos Aires for Pope Leo XIV's Visit

    Starting this Saturday, October 24, road closures will commence in Buenos Aires due to the anticipated visit of Pope Leo XIV, despite his official trip confirmation to Argentina still being awaited. The initial closure will occur on Avenida del Libertador between Avenidas Colombia and Sarmiento for stage assembly. The Pope is scheduled to visit Argentina from November 8 to 11, with activities planned in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires province, and Córdoba.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Hungary Marks 70th Anniversary of 1956 Revolution Against Soviet Rule

    Hungary commemorates the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Revolution, a national uprising against Soviet dominance. The revolution began with student protests on October 23, 1956, demanding reforms, freedom of the press, democratic elections, and independence from Moscow. It ended with a brutal crackdown by the Red Army, leaving thousands dead and around 200,000 exiled. Key figures like Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa attended official ceremonies, while Hungarian PM Péter Márki-Zay addressed the nation from Kossuth Square. The revolution's legacy continues to influence Hungarian politics, with current PM Márki-Zay criticizing Viktor Orbán's alignment with Moscow.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Princess Leonor Presides Over Princess of Asturias Awards Alone for the First Time

    Princess Leonor, heir to the Spanish throne, took a significant step in her institutional responsibilities by receiving the Princess of Asturias Awards winners alone for the first time. The event, held at the Hotel de la Reconquista in Oviedo, saw Leonor greeting and presenting insignia to prominent figures such as footballer Leo Messi and singer Patti Smith. This marks a new milestone in Leonor's preparation for her future role as Queen of Spain.
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  11. WorldLawAsiaMiddle East

    Egypt Condemns Turkey-Libya Maritime Deal

    Egypt has strongly condemned the ratification of a 2019 maritime memorandum between Turkey and Libya by the Libyan parliament, stating that it violates Egypt's sovereign rights in the Eastern Mediterranean. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the deal as 'absolutely null and void' and lacking any legal effect. Egypt was joined in its condemnation by Greece, Israel, and the European Union.
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  13. SocietyLocal GovMiddle EastFraud

    Syrian Man Released After Rape, Attacks Again

    A Syrian man accused of raping a 16-year-old girl in Germany was released from custody after six weeks. Despite being a suspect in another sexual assault case, he was freed due to delays in the victim's interrogation. Following his release, he allegedly gang-raped a 29-year-old woman with two other men. He was later sentenced to two years and six months for the initial rape.
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  14. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Flanders Challenges Federal Decisions on Brussels Airport Noise Pollution

    The Flemish Government has initiated a conflict-of-interest appeal and motion against federal mobility minister Jean-Luc Crucke's decisions regarding Brussels Airport. These decisions, which aim to reduce noise pollution, are perceived to unfairly shift the issue towards the Flemish periphery and disrupt ongoing efforts for a balanced approach.
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  15. PoliticsLocal GovMiddle EastChina

    State Duma Rejects Bills on Free Student Travel, Teacher Bonuses, and Scientist Allowances

    The State Duma has rejected a package of three bills aimed at providing free public transport for students, restoring bonuses for academic degrees for scientists, and paying additional allowances to university teachers in the regions. The bills failed to pass due to mass abstention from voting by deputies from the United Russia party, effectively blocking the proposals.
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  17. WorldBillTalksMiddle East

    Brazil's Presidential Runoff: A Tight Race Between Lula and Bolsonaro

    Brazil is gearing up for its presidential runoff this Sunday, with polls showing a tight race between leftist incumbent Lula da Silva and right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro. The race has narrowed to less than a percentage point, placing both candidates in a statistical tie. As candidates make their final push, calls intensify for Bolsonaro to release banking and telephone records amid ongoing corruption scrutiny. The stage is set for a highly anticipated final debate.
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  18. PoliticsLocal GovMiddle EastNorth America

    Google DeepMind Engineers Resign Over Military AI Contracts

    Several Google DeepMind engineers, including Sofia Liguori, have resigned in protest over the company's military contracts with the U.S. and Israeli militaries. They argue that the use of AI in warfare is dangerous and unethical, and that the company's involvement in such projects contradicts its stated ethical values. The employees have expressed concerns about the lack of human oversight in critical moments and the potential for AI to escalate the brutality of war.
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  20. SportsMiddle East

    Hong Kong Wins Multiple Medals in Table Tennis at Asian Para Games

    The Hong Kong table tennis team had a successful run at the Asian Para Games, winning a total of 5 silver and 10 bronze medals across various doubles categories. Notable performances include Lin Yanwu and Huang Hanlin winning bronze in mixed XD20 doubles, and Wu Meiqi and Wang Ting-ying securing silver in women's doubles (Class 22). Other medalists include Tang Zhiming, Wang Yucheng, and several other Hong Kong pairs in mixed and men's doubles events.
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  21. WorldRegulatorsAsiaMiddle East

    Russia, Uzbekistan Hold Joint Military Exercises 'Hamkorlik-2026' Near Afghan Border

    Russian and Uzbek military forces are conducting joint exercises 'Hamkorlik-2026' at the Termez polygon near the border with Afghanistan from October 20 to 27. The maneuvers involve mountain units, reconnaissance and strike drones, ground robotic complexes, and Mi-24 attack helicopters. The exercises aim to practice detecting and eliminating illegal armed groups in border areas, with troops from both countries cooperating in conditions similar to mountainous terrain and Afghanistan's border regions. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov previously stated the presence of terrorist training camps in the areas of Afghanistan bordering Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
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  22. SocietyLawMiddle EastCounterterrorismFraud

    Russian Woman Alleges Rape and Police Brutality in St. Petersburg

    A 26-year-old Russian woman, Irina, has accused a police officer from St. Petersburg's Police Department No. 14 in the Frunzensky District of raping her after she met him through a dating app. She subsequently filed a police report, but instead of assistance, she alleges she was subjected to five hours of humiliation, beatings, and sexualized violence at the police station. The incident has sparked outrage, with human rights groups describing it as 'the peak of cruelty'. No official investigation has been announced regarding the 14th Police Department at the time of this report.
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  24. WorldBillMiddle East

    Merkel Finds Empty Shelves During Italian Vacation

    Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel encountered empty supermarket shelves during her vacation in Italy. Staff explained that farmers and truck drivers in southern Italy have been blocking roads for days due to sharply increased fuel prices, causing disruptions in supplies and leading to shortages of products such as pasta, fresh produce, and fuel. The situation is particularly severe on islands like Ischia, where ferry services may stop without new diesel supplies. Inflation in Italy has risen from 3.3 to 4.2 percent in September.
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