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Middle East news — October 28, 2026 - Page 6

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 28, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 6 of 6.

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  2. PoliticsMiddle East

    Yemeni Armed Forces Target Houthi Facilities in Airstrikes

    The Yemeni Armed Forces have conducted a series of airstrikes targeting Houthi militia facilities in various provinces across Yemen. The strikes, according to videos released by the military, hit jamming systems, surveillance cameras, air defense systems, field command centers, fortifications, and supply sources belonging to the Houthis. The operations were carried out in Al-Jawf, Taiz, and Lahj provinces as part of the 'Dawn of Yemen' operation.
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    Indonesia Urges Pilgrims to Avoid Malaysia, Singapore Transit

    The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has advised Indonesian pilgrims to avoid transit flights through Malaysia and Singapore for their umrah journeys. Deputy Minister Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak suggested choosing direct flights using national airlines to boost the local economy and ensure travel safety. The ministry also expressed gratitude to the Saudi Arabian government for its cooperation in organizing umrah for Indonesian pilgrims.
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  9. WorldLocal GovProtestMiddle EastBudget

    Protests in Italy: Causes and Political Fallout

    Across Italy, protests erupted over the weekend, with clashes between police and demonstrators in Rome, Milan, and Turin. The unrest, fueled by concerns over living costs and opposition to defense spending, allowed Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to present herself as a defender of public order. However, critics argue that her party has used the situation to accuse the left of tolerating radicals. The protests, which began under the slogan 'No Meloni Day,' reflect Italians' anxiety about making ends meet and opposition to war and rearmament. Despite high spending on pensions and healthcare, many Italians feel disadvantaged and call for cuts in spending and taxes.
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  11. WorldBillTalksMiddle East

    Putin Resumes Talks with Europe to Discuss Ending War in Ukraine

    Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to resume direct talks with European leaders today, focusing on ending the war in Ukraine. According to Bloomberg, Putin will discuss the issue with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. This marks his first contact with European leaders allied with Ukraine since July 2022. The talks come amidst ongoing strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and discussions about future negotiations in Abu Dhabi.
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  12. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsMiddle East

    Knesset Election Results: Joint List Leads in Arab Cities

    The Joint List has emerged as the leading party in several Arab cities during the Knesset elections. In Acre, the Joint List secured 4,920 votes, followed by the United Arab List with 1,820 votes. In Shfaram, the Joint List won with over 60% of the votes, receiving 14,838 votes compared to the United Arab List's 5,217 votes. In Rahat, the United Arab List was ahead with 32,663 votes, while the Joint List had 5,012 votes. In Umm al-Fahm, the Joint List led with 30,218 votes against Ra'am's 2,548 votes.
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    Netanyahu Campaigns in Bat Yam Ahead of Israeli Elections

    Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's Prime Minister and leader of the Likud party, is campaigning in Bat Yam, a stronghold of his party, to rally voters and encourage them to vote. This comes amidst concerns about low voter turnout in right-wing cities. Netanyahu aims to mobilize right-wing voters and increase turnout. His visit follows recent campaigns in Netanya and Beit Shemesh.
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