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Regulators news — September 23, 2026

Publications tagged with Regulators published on September 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

31 publications

  1. PoliticsRegulatorsEuropeMiddle East

    AfD Gains in North Rhine-Westphalia, Overtaking CDU

    A series of polls indicate that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is gaining ground in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), currently the most populous German state. According to a Forsa poll, if a Bundestag election were held now, AfD would be the strongest party in NRW with 24%, ahead of the CDU (22%) and the Greens (18%). This represents a significant shift from previous polls, where the CDU held a more substantial lead. The polls also show strong dissatisfaction with Chancellor Merz, with only 11% of NRW voters expressing satisfaction.
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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Israeli Forces and Settlers Vandalize Palestinian Homes and Land in West Bank

    Israeli occupation forces and settlers have been conducting raids and acts of vandalism against Palestinian homes and land in various towns across the West Bank. In Ya'bad, Jenin, and Biddu, Israeli forces stormed homes and caused damage. In Turmusaya, Ramallah, and Burqa, Israeli settlers vandalized vehicles, playgrounds, and set land on fire. Incursions and raids were also reported in Qalqilya, Tubas, and Shuafat refugee camp.
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  3. WorldBillLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Senate Lowers Conviction Threshold in VP Duterte's Impeachment Trial

    The Senate impeachment court has voted to adjust the two-thirds conviction threshold to cover only senator-judges who are legally eligible to take part in the proceedings. This means that the required number of votes to convict Vice President Sara Duterte has been reduced from 16 to 14. The ruling is applicable only to Duterte's impeachment trial and will not affect future proceedings.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Poland Receives Latest Batch of U.S. M1A2 Abrams Tanks

    Poland has received another 35 M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks, bringing its total to 217 out of an order for 250. The remaining 33 tanks are expected to be delivered by the end of 2026. These modern tanks are part of Poland's effort to strengthen its defense capabilities and modernize its armed forces. The tanks will join the existing inventory of 116 M1A1FEP tanks and be distributed among the 18th Mechanized Division and a training center.
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  5. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Paris Brunner Suspended for Controversial Celebration

    Paris Brunner, the Monaco striker, has been suspended for four matches, two of which are closed, following his controversial celebration against RC Strasbourg. The 20-year-old German attacker mimicked a throat-slitting gesture towards Strasbourg fans after scoring, for which he later apologized. He will miss upcoming matches against Toulouse and Lorient.
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  6. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastWeather

    Russian Diplomat Skeptical of Kanye West's Planned St. Petersburg Concert

    Maria Zakharova, the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, expressed skepticism regarding the planned concert of American rapper Kanye West in St. Petersburg. She described the situation surrounding the concert's organization as chaotic and questioned its appropriateness, given the city's history during World War II. Zakharova also criticized a controversial video by Kanye West that features praise for Adolf Hitler and uses fragments of his speech.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    US Withholds Visa for Sudan's Al-Burhan Over Ceasefire Demand

    The United States has withheld a visa for Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, preventing him from attending the UN General Assembly. US officials have linked his attendance to his acceptance of a 90-day ceasefire proposal, which Khartoum has resisted. The move has drawn criticism from Sudan and other sources, who argue that it violates international obligations and undermines diplomatic efforts.
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  9. PoliticsRegulatorsTalksMiddle East

    Zelensky Confirms Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries and Black Sea Targets

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukrainian forces carried out strikes on two Russian oil refineries, one in Bashkortostan and another in the Samara region, over the past day. Additionally, strikes were reported in the Black Sea. Zelensky praised the precision of the Ukrainian military and stated that these actions aim to bring peace closer to Ukraine by targeting Russian energy sources that fuel the war machine.
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  10. PoliticsRegulatorsCivil RightsCorruptionMiddle East

    Hamas Condemns Israeli Prisoner Abuse, Praises Resistance Operations

    Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mardawi condemned the Israeli 'brutal repression' of Palestinian prisoners, stating that such actions would lead to further confrontation. Hamas also praised recent resistance operations in the West Bank, including a shooting attack at Beit Ur checkpoint and a ramming operation, viewing them as responses to Israeli and settler violence. The Islamic Jihad Movement also blessed these operations.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Ukraine, U.S. Near Deal on Drone Defense Cooperation

    Ukraine is poised to sign a landmark agreement with the U.S. to expand testing and production of Ukrainian defense technologies on U.S. territory, including drones. The deal, expected to be signed this week at the UN General Assembly, goes beyond individual contracts, creating a broader framework for leading Ukrainian defense companies to work directly with American partners and the U.S. military. The agreement aims to capitalize on Ukraine's expertise in drone technologies, software, and operators.
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  13. CultureRegulatorsMiddle EastEarth

    Catholic Clergy March to Vatican, Demand End to Gaza 'Genocide'

    Over 200 priests, nuns, and other protesters marched from Rome to the Vatican to denounce the 'genocide' in Gaza. They carried symbolic coffins and banners with the names of around 300 Palestinian and Lebanese children killed during Israel's attacks. The march was organized by 'Priests against Genocide', a network uniting over 2,500 priests and bishops from five continents.
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  17. SportsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Israeli Artillery Shelling in Gaza

    Israeli artillery shells targeted various areas across the Gaza Strip. The attacks included the vicinity of Al-Batash Cemetery east of Gaza City, the neighborhoods of Shujaiya and Al-Tuffah, Khan Yunis, Rafah, and Beit Lahia. Artillery shelling also targeted the Gaza Bridge in the center of the Strip and the east of the Apple Quarter neighborhood in Gaza City. Additionally, Israeli military vehicles and helicopters were reported to have opened fire in different areas.
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  19. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Israeli Army Kills Hamas' Financial Chief

    The Israeli army, along with the Shin Bet, has eliminated Muhammad Abu Alwan, the head of Hamas' financial department in Khan Yunis, Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz praised the operation and vowed to continue targeting Hamas commanders, damaging their funding sources, and destroying their infrastructure to prevent Hamas from rebuilding its strength.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsLocal GovGovernance

    Mureșan Announces Austerity Measures, Seeks Support for Government Formation

    Designated Prime Minister Siegfried Mureșan announced plans for austerity measures including reducing the number of parliamentarians, merging state agencies, and reforming special pensions. He has been meeting with party leaders to secure support for his government, with PNL, USR, and UDMR confirming their backing. Mureșan has also held discussions with PSD, but Grindeanu has stated that PSD will not vote for the Mureșan Cabinet.
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  21. PoliticsAppointmentsRegulatorsElections

    Philippe Brun's Bid to Rejoin PS and Left Primary Rejected

    Socialist MP Philippe Brun's attempt to rejoin the French Socialist Party (PS) and participate in the left's primary for the 2027 presidential election has been rejected by the courts. Brun, who was temporarily excluded from the party due to accusations of violence, had filed an injunction seeking reinstatement. His request was denied on September 23, 2026.
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  22. PoliticsRegulatorsPeace

    Rosfinmonitoring Proposes New Criteria for Blocking Accounts

    Rosfinmonitoring has proposed new criteria for blocking bank accounts, including partial matching of client data with information about individuals whose funds should be frozen. Upon detection of similarity, operations will be stopped for five working days, with access to funds restored if restrictions are not extended. Over 800 individuals with multiple data variations, involved in extremist activities or terrorism, have been recorded as of February 1.
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  23. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Stalin Denies Liability for DMK's Social Media Posts

    DMK President M.K. Stalin has filed a petition in the Madras High Court stating that he cannot be held responsible for every social media post published by different wings or functionaries of the party. This comes in response to a defamation case filed by Minister Aadhav Arjuna, who alleges that a DMK IT wing post linked him to an ED case involving John Britto. Stalin denies instructing or approving the post and argues that as the party leader, he cannot be held accountable for individual acts of its members.
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  24. WorldRegulatorsEuropeBudget

    NHAI and SSNNL Partner to Expedite Highway and Canal Crossing Projects in Gujarat

    The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited (SSNNL) to streamline approval processes and accelerate the development of national highway and canal crossings in Gujarat. The agreement aims to establish time-bound procedures, clearly define construction and maintenance responsibilities, and waive crossing fees to reduce project costs.
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