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Regulators news — October 29, 2026

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

27 publications

  2. 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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  4. 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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  6. 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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  7. WorldRegulatorsCorruptionEurope

    Europe Ablaze: Massive Protests Demand Action on Cost of Living, Housing, and Public Services

    Across Europe, hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets in October to protest against rising energy prices, inflation, housing problems, and public service cuts. The demonstrations, which turned violent in some cities, are putting pressure on governments to take concrete steps. France saw the most intense protests, with 410,000 people demonstrating nationwide on 24 October, leading to clashes with police and over 1,300 arrests. In Italy, hundreds were detained in protests against government policies, while in Belgium, vehicles were set on fire. Spain, Portugal, and Albania also saw significant demonstrations, with demands ranging from affordable housing to retirement pay adjustments. Unions have announced new strike dates across the continent.
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  9. 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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  10. PoliticsBillRegulators

    ECB Pauses Interest Rates Amidst Inflation and Bond Market Volatility

    The European Central Bank (ECB) has decided to keep interest rates unchanged at its October meeting, pausing its tightening cycle amidst high inflation and bond market tensions. Inflation in the eurozone reached 3.8% in September, driven primarily by energy prices. However, the ECB chose to maintain its current interest rates due to concerns about financial stability and the situation in France, where bond yields have risen significantly. Markets anticipate a further interest rate hike in December, with the deposit facility rate expected to reach 3% by the end of 2026.
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  16. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Trump Weighs Lifting Sanctions on Russian Investment Fund

    The Trump administration is reportedly considering lifting sanctions against the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), a move seen as a potential concession to Moscow. The fund, often referred to as 'Putin's piggy bank' or 'slush fund,' was targeted by the U.S. in 2018 due to its ties to the Russian government. The review comes amid ongoing efforts to improve U.S.-Russia relations and end the war in Ukraine.
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  17. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Zelenskyy: Ukraine Understands Putin Better Than US, Disagrees with Trump on Ending War Tools

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukrainians understand the mentality of Russian President Vladimir Putin better than the United States due to their shared history. He agreed with US President Donald Trump on the need to end the war in Ukraine but differed on the methods to achieve this goal. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine is under significant pressure and must speak loudly to defend its interests.
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  18. PoliticsBillRegulatorsGovernanceMiddle East

    EPPO Chief Warns of Institution's Destruction Due to Political Pressures and Underfunding

    Outgoing European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) chief Laura Codruța Kövesi has expressed concern that the institution will be 'gradually destroyed' due to political pressures, underfunding, and bureaucratic delays. In an interview with Politico, she criticized the attitude of some politicians who consider themselves above the law and revealed that EPPO risks being weakened by insufficient funding and bureaucratic hurdles. She also warned about attempts to limit the institution's independence, citing examples from Greece and Poland.
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  19. WorldRegulatorsAsiaNorth America

    Dollar Stabilizes After Fed Rate Hike; RBNZ, BoC Decisions Impact Currencies

    The dollar stabilized following the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate hike, with the dollar index holding steady at 102.26 points. The euro and yen saw minor movements, while the New Zealand dollar recovered from earlier losses after the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) kept interest rates unchanged, surprising markets. The Canadian dollar rose after the Bank of Canada (BoC) raised interest rates, indicating further hikes are likely.
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  20. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions and Refinery Attack

    Oil prices have surged to over $115 per barrel following an attack on Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura refinery by Yemen's Ansar Allah movement. Market sentiment is driven by fears of further disruptions to oil supplies in the Middle East, one of the world's major supply centers. Geopolitical risks, including potential military escalations and attacks on energy infrastructure, continue to put pressure on energy prices.
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  21. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceWar

    Halloween Costumes in Russia: Fines and Arrests Possible

    Russians celebrating Halloween may face fines or up to 15 days of arrest for wearing certain costumes. Wearing a police or military uniform with real insignia can result in a fine of up to 1,500 rubles. Impersonating a priest near a church could lead to charges of insulting religious feelings, with a fine of up to 300,000 rubles. Displaying banned extremist symbols such as an inverted pentagram, Leviathan's cross, or the number 666 can also result in arrest. Those who harass passersby with toy weapons may also face punishment.
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  24. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsNorth America

    Mahayuti and MVA Split Maharashtra Council Seats; Nagpur Result Pending

    In the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, the ruling Mahayuti alliance has won two seats, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has also secured two seats. The result for the Nagpur seat is still awaited. The Mahayuti was leading in the Pune and Amravati Teachers’ constituencies and the Nagpur Graduates’ constituency. The MVA is ahead in two seats. Preferential votes will play a crucial role in determining the final outcome.
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