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Middle East news — October 29, 2026

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

121 publications

  3. WorldBillMiddle East

    Russia-Ukraine War Update: Missile Strikes, Mine Clearance, and Starlink Comments

    Russia launched ballistic missiles targeting Kyiv, causing multiple explosions. Mine clearance operations have begun around Oleksandrivka and Oleshky. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized the limited supply of Patriot missiles. Putin praised Elon Musk's Starlink technology, while two Germans were arrested for attacking Starlink antennas. A Russian drone strike on a Dnipro train station resulted in 13 deaths.
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  5. PoliticsElectionsIndictmentMiddle East

    Nicki Minaj Slams NY Gov. Kathy Hochul as 'Evil', Endorses Opponent Bruce Blakeman

    Rapper Nicki Minaj has publicly criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul, calling her an 'evil woman' who will 'not escape God’s wrath'. Minaj urged New Yorkers to vote for Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman instead. Hochul responded by suggesting Minaj should 'get offline' and 'stop going to Trump rallies'. The exchange comes ahead of the state's gubernatorial election on Tuesday.
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  8. SportsBillMiddle East

    Nigeria's Flamingos Beat Mexico to Reach U-17 Women's World Cup Quarterfinals

    Nigeria's Flamingos defeated Mexico 2-1 in the Round of 16 to book a quarter-final clash against Venezuela at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco. The Nigerian side produced a strong performance to overcome their opponents, with Oluebube Umejiaku opening the scoring and Mary Dunstan doubling their advantage. Mexico fought back but ultimately fell short.
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  9. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Lukashenko Orders Amnesty Draft Law Focused on Women

    Alexander Lukashenko has instructed the Ministry of Internal Affairs to draft an amnesty law with a focus on women. The President also approved changes to the republican public security monitoring system and the procedure for mandatory state fingerprinting. Additionally, he met with the head of the Republic of Altai and participated in a humanitarian operation in Oleyska.
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  11. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth AmericaBaseball

    Raiders' Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors Intensify Ahead of Deadline

    The NFL trade deadline is approaching, and Las Vegas Raiders' defensive end Maxx Crosby has been a hot topic in trade rumors. Despite the Raiders' recent struggles, Crosby's value remains high, with an anonymous NFL GM suggesting he could fetch two first-round picks. The Raiders' upcoming game against the New York Jets could influence their decision. Crosby, however, remains confident in the team's ability to turn things around.
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  13. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    US Deploys Patriot Battery to Israel Amid Iran Tensions

    The Pentagon has begun transporting a Patriot missile battery from Texas to Israel, aiming to bolster Israel's air defense capabilities amidst escalating tensions with Iran. This move comes as the US warns its allies in the Persian Gulf about a potential short but intense military campaign against Iran following the US midterm elections in early November. The US has significantly depleted its stockpile of Patriot interceptors, with estimates suggesting that between 1,060 and 1,430 missiles were used in the first 39 days of combat operations, corresponding to 45 to 61 percent of pre-war stocks. Restocking these supplies is complicated by limited production capacity, with shortages expected to persist until 2030.
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  17. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Novaya Gazeta Evicted from Moscow Office After 29 Years

    The editorial office of 'Novaya Gazeta', a prominent Russian newspaper, is being evicted from its building in central Moscow after nearly three decades. The eviction notice comes amidst the newspaper's recent designation as a 'foreign agent' by Russian authorities. The Anna Politkovskaya Museum, located within the building, will also close. The newspaper's editor-in-chief, Sergei Sokolov, cited minimal time to pack and a lack of a new location. The eviction follows difficulties in restoring the newspaper's donation system due to corporate refusals since being labeled a 'foreign agent'.
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  19. SportsMiddle EastIsraelHockey

    Stanojević Returns to Lead Partizan Against Radnički Niš

    Aleksandar Stanojević is set to make his debut as Partizan's coach against Radnički Niš. The expectations are high, and bookmakers give Partizan favorable odds for victory. Stanojević recently addressed Partizan fans, acknowledging both their support and criticism. Meanwhile, Partizan's basketball team suffered a surprising loss to ASVEL Lyon in the EuroLeague, and they now face Žalgiris in the next game.
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  20. PoliticsBillMiddle EastIsrael

    Zelensky Sabotages Russia-US Talks, Expects New Russian Strikes

    Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of obstructing efforts by Russia and the US to restart talks on resolving the conflict in Ukraine. She claimed Zelensky is intent on continuing the conflict to maintain his power. Meanwhile, Zelensky warned of impending Russian missile strikes, stating that Ukraine has intelligence on preparations for massive attacks using ballistic missiles, drones, and cruise missiles.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez Promises Elections with 'Renewed' Electoral Authority

    Acting President Delcy Rodríguez of Venezuela has repeatedly assured the public that all elections mandated by the Constitution will take place, organized by a 'renewed' electoral authority and with international observation. She has not specified an immediate date for the elections, stating that the political horizon is not measured by a single date but by achieving certain objectives first. Rodríguez has also promised to address issues such as warrantless arrests and blocked informative portals.
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