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Middle East news — October 23, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 6.

127 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastCommodities

    Oil Prices Surge Amid Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia

    Oil prices surged to near six-month highs on Thursday and Friday, with Brent crude futures breaching the $110-a-barrel mark, as Houthi forces targeted Saudi Arabia's civilian and energy infrastructure. The attacks escalated concerns over oil supply disruptions in West Asia. Brent crude reached its highest level since May, with prices surging to $114.94 a barrel on Friday. The surge comes amid reported Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia's Shaybah oil field, Dammam airport, and Yanbu, alongside a U.S. order for non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia.
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  3. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    Minsk Wins 'City of Friendship' Prize for China Cooperation

    Minsk, the capital of Belarus, has been awarded the 'City of Friendship' prize for its outstanding partnership with China. The award was presented at the International Conference 'Cities of China's Friendship' held in Xi'an, China, from October 20 to 22. The conference focused on themes such as ecology, environmental protection, cultural heritage, and 'smart' agriculture. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the twinning relations between Minsk and Beijing.
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  7. WorldMiddle East

    International Youth Parliament Forum 'My City - My Future' in Minsk

    The International Youth Parliament Forum 'My City - My Future' gathered around 100 participants from Belarus and Russia in Minsk. The forum, initiated by the Youth Council under the Minsk City Council of Deputies, aimed to strengthen cooperation between regions and launch new joint projects. Participants discussed common issues such as employment, historical policy, work with AI and neural networks, and the implementation of youth projects. The event also provided an opportunity for young parliamentarians to exchange experiences and find like-minded individuals.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    France Bans Non-Union Protests Amidst Violent Unrest

    French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a ban on all demonstrations planned for the coming days, except those organized by trade unions. This decision comes in response to the wave of violent unrest that has shaken the country, with thousands of businesses damaged or looted and hundreds of police officers injured during recent protests. Macron stated that prefects will propose alternative routes for union demonstrations, while non-union protests will be banned 'wherever possible'.
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  9. SocietyLocal GovMiddle East

    Journalists in Serbia Face Escalating Violence Ahead of Elections

    Journalists and media workers in Serbia are experiencing record levels of physical violence, death threats, and online smear campaigns, particularly those covering protests and elections. Organizations like CPJ, MFRR, and SJN have expressed serious concern over the escalating violence and called on Serbian authorities to guarantee journalists' safety ahead of the October 25 elections. There have been 157 attacks this year, with many incidents occurring in the presence of witnesses. Previous elections were also marred by violence against journalists. The international community, including the EU, is urged to pressure Serbian authorities to implement protective measures and investigate attacks.
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  10. SportsMiddle East

    Rayo Vallecano Fans Demand Apology and Refunds After Institutional Crisis

    Supporters of Rayo Vallecano have issued a joint statement demanding urgent solutions from Raúl Martín Presa's board following an institutional crisis. They call for a public apology, refunds for matches played at Butarque, and a freeze on season ticket prices. The statement comes after meetings with the squad captains, club employees, and fans. Rayo Vallecano has since announced it will compensate fans for the three matches played at the Ontime Butarque stadium in Leganés.
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  11. WorldLawMiddle EastBudget

    Government Evaluates Allowing Perfect Labor Suspension for Companies Affected by El Niño

    The Peruvian government is assessing the possibility of implementing a perfect labor suspension for companies negatively impacted by the El Niño phenomenon. This measure, similar to one used during the COVID-19 pandemic, would temporarily halt wage payments without dissolving employment relationships. The Minister of Labor, Juan Sheput, has stated that the government is evaluating measures to alleviate the burden on companies, including the perfect suspension of work, as El Niño is expected to have exceptional qualities and be highly destructive. The government is also preparing regulations to compensate affected sectors, including micro and small businesses, in coordination with the Ministries of Production and Economy.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    KDDI-Affiliated Company's Vehicle Linked to Large Grassland Fire in Mongolia

    A large-scale grassland fire occurred in Mongolia's Dornod province on August 8, affecting over 528,000 hectares, including a nature reserve. The fire is believed to have been started by a vehicle belonging to a company affiliated with Japanese telecommunications giant KDDI. The vehicle, with grass wrapped around its underside, is suspected to have caused the fire. KDDI has apologized for the incident.
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  15. PoliticsAppointmentsElectionsMiddle East

    Netanyahu Warns Iran Against Election Meddling

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israeli intelligence has warned of Iran's plans to interfere in Israel's upcoming elections. He has threatened a strong military response if Iran proceeds with these plans. Netanyahu believes Iran is targeting his re-election and has accused them of attempting to undermine public confidence in Israel's security.
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  16. WorldBillLawMiddle East

    Russia, Ukraine, US to Hold Talks in Abu Dhabi in November

    The Kremlin has confirmed that talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States will take place in Abu Dhabi in early November. The discussions, to be held in a three-party format, will focus on issues of security and peaceful settlement between Russia and Ukraine. The talks are planned to be held without European Union participation, although the possibility of future European involvement has not been ruled out.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastEuropean UnionWeather

    16th 2BS Forum Focuses on EU Integration, NATO, and New Security Era

    The 16th 2BS Forum, organized by the Atlantic Club of Montenegro, will take place on October 23rd at the Splendid Hotel in Budva. The event will gather decision-makers, representatives from governments, NATO, the European Union, and other international organizations, diplomats, security experts, academics, business representatives, think tanks, and civil society. The forum will discuss key challenges to European and regional security, the future of Euro-Atlantic cooperation, and concrete steps needed to strengthen the resilience of democratic societies. Topics include the role of NATO in collective security, EU expansion, hybrid threats, election integrity, societal resilience to disinformation, digital transformation, and public administration modernization. The forum coincides with the Atlantic Club of Montenegro's 20th anniversary.
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  22. WorldJudiciaryRegulatorsMiddle East

    Austria Expels Four Russian Diplomats Over Espionage Suspicions

    Austria has expelled four Russian diplomats, three from the Russian embassy in Vienna and one from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), due to suspicions of espionage. The Austrian Foreign Ministry announced the decision, stating that the diplomats' activities were incompatible with their diplomatic status. This move comes after warnings to Austrian military personnel about potential contact attempts by suspected Russian agents and follows the expulsion of three Russian diplomats in May.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastChina

    CBN Seeks Easier Payments Between Nigeria and China

    The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is working to simplify cross-border payments and strengthen financial ties with China. At a high-level business and financial roundtable in Beijing, Nigerian and Chinese business leaders discussed challenges in financial transactions and potential solutions. The CBN aims to improve payment arrangements, banking relationships, and investment channels to facilitate business operations between the two countries.
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  24. WorldMiddle East

    Ghanaian Actor Kwame Dzokoto Dies After Collapsing On Live Radio

    Ghanaian actor and television personality Kwame Dzokoto has died after collapsing during a live radio discussion on Owass Radio in Tarkwa. The 51-year-old fell ill during a panel discussion and was pronounced dead on arrival at a nearby hospital. His death has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with tributes pouring in from colleagues and fans. The cause of death has not been officially confirmed.
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