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Middle East news — October 29, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Middle East published on October 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

121 publications

  3. SportsMiddle East

    Spanish Football Unites in Grief: Minute of Silence for Train Tragedy Victims

    Following the fatal train collision in Toledo, the Spanish football community has shown solidarity and grief. Matches across the country will commence with a minute of silence to honor the victims. Real Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla FC, and other clubs have expressed their condolences and support for the affected families. The Royal Spanish Football Federation and La Liga have also joined in paying respects to those lost in the tragedy.
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  4. PoliticsPolicyResignationMiddle East

    Bolsonaro Family's Power Struggles After Election Defeat

    The Bolsonaro family, once a dominant force in Brazilian politics, is now grappling with the aftermath of their electoral loss. Jair Bolsonaro, the former president, is under house arrest, while his wife, Michelle, has taken a Senate seat. Two of their sons are in Congress, and a third, Flávio, has fled to the U.S. after his election defeat, facing judicial investigations and family feuds.
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  7. WorldMiddle East

    Ecuador's Lucía Yépez Fights for World Wrestling Title

    Ecuadorian wrestler Lucía Yépez, known as 'The Tiger', has qualified for the final of the 53kg category at the World Senior Wrestling Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan. She will compete for the world title against Japanese wrestler Moe Kiyooka on October 29th. Yépez, who won the silver medal at the Paris Olympics in 2024, has had a strong performance throughout the tournament, with three wins and dominant performances in the elimination rounds.
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  10. PoliticsMiddle EastBasketball

    Bruno Fernandes Retains Manchester United Captaincy Despite Recent Tensions

    Michael Carrick, the interim manager of Manchester United, has confirmed that Bruno Fernandes will retain his position as the club's captain despite recent tensions. Fernandes was dropped from the starting lineup against Bournemouth following his criticism of the team's tactics after a defeat to Como in the Champions League. However, after a clear-the-air meeting between Carrick and Fernandes, the Portuguese midfielder will keep the captain's armband for the upcoming match against Chelsea.
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  12. SocietyLocal GovMiddle EastBiodiversity

    Moscow Man Arrested for Strangling Ex-Wife, Hiding Body in Forest

    A 37-year-old man from Moscow, Vitaly M., has been arrested for the murder of his ex-wife, Tatyana E. During an argument in their apartment on Green Prospect Street, Vitaly punched Tatyana, causing her to lose consciousness, and then strangled her. Two days later, he moved her body to a forest near Stupino, about 40-50 kilometers from Moscow. Investigators used CCTV footage to determine Tatyana had not left the apartment. Vitaly confessed to the murder.
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  16. WorldLocal GovMiddle EastChina

    37th Ramstein Meeting on Ukraine's Defense Set for November 17

    The 37th meeting of the Contact Group on Defense of Ukraine, known as the 'Ramstein' format, will take place on November 17 at NATO headquarters in Brussels. Co-chaired by the UK and Germany, the meeting aims to coordinate military assistance to Ukraine, including weapons, ammunition, air defense systems, and drones. Key priorities identified by Ukraine's Ministry of Defense include strengthening air and missile defense, accelerating arms deliveries, financing Ukrainian drone production, and preparing for the winter period.
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  17. PoliticsRegulatorsLeadershipMiddle East

    President of Israel Offers Netanyahu Pardon for Leaving Politics

    President Isaac Herzog has reportedly proposed a deal to Benjamin Netanyahu, offering a full pardon for his corruption charges in exchange for leaving politics. According to Israeli TV channel C14, Herzog has been promoting this idea for about two years. The deal could be one of the options for forming a new government if the current distribution of mandates remains the same after the elections. However, the president's office has denied the reports, calling them 'a complete fabrication'.
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  20. PoliticsLawTalksMiddle East

    Bryan Adams Slams Trump's 'Lake America' Order with 'Lake Ontario' Song

    Canadian rocker Bryan Adams has released a new single titled 'Lake Ontario', criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America'. The song, a digital bonus track on Adams' upcoming album 'How's It Goin'', references Trump's actions as 'another distraction' while 'the Epstein files were getting traction'. Adams joins other Canadian artists, such as Blue Rodeo, in defending the lake's name.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastWeatherBiodiversity

    Poland to Allow Home Storage of Cremated Remains and Outdoor Scattering

    The Ministry of Development and Technology in Poland is proposing changes to the burial law that would allow families to store urns with cremated remains at home and scatter ashes in places significant to the deceased. The plans also include creating 'memory gardens' in cemeteries, prohibiting scattering in national parks, and allowing commemorative jewelry made from ashes and eco-friendly burials.
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  22. PoliticsLegislationLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Trump Supporters in Michigan Reconsidering Votes Amid Economic Struggles

    In Detroit, Michigan, voters who helped re-elect President Donald Trump in 2024 are having second thoughts due to economic pressures. Rising costs, tariffs, and job losses are causing disillusionment among Trump supporters, with some considering voting differently despite unchanged political beliefs. This shift in sentiment could impact upcoming elections, as seen in the case of Brandon Haugabook, who works at Pure Detroit and teaches drama to children, witnessing the strain on businesses and arts organizations firsthand.
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