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Russia Holds First Parliamentary Election Amid Ukraine War as Antiwar Party Is Excluded

Russia Holds First Parliamentary Election Amid Ukraine War as Antiwar Party Is Excluded

Russians are voting in the first parliamentary election since the war in Ukraine began, as the ruling United Russia party expects to retain its majority following the exclusion of the sole antiwar party.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
How Israel's Targeted Assassinations Threaten the Possibility of Ending Regional Wars

How Israel's Targeted Assassinations Threaten the Possibility of Ending Regional Wars

An analysis of Israel's targeted killings of key political and military figures suggests a deliberate strategy that removes pragmatic negotiators, potentially eliminating the possibility of a diplomatic end to regional wars.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Police Fire Shots as Thousands of Migrants Relocated to New Camp in Ceuta Amid Mounting Tensions

Police Fire Shots as Thousands of Migrants Relocated to New Camp in Ceuta Amid Mounting Tensions

Police fired shots during an operation to relocate thousands of migrants from beaches to a new camp in Ceuta, intensifying political pressure on Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

The National|September 18, 2026|1
Inside the Kremlin's Strategy to Neutralize Managed Opposition Ahead of Duma Elections

Inside the Kremlin's Strategy to Neutralize Managed Opposition Ahead of Duma Elections

The Kremlin has intensified a crackdown on managed opposition parties ahead of the Duma elections to eliminate any risk of public dissent and ensure overwhelming support for President Vladimir Putin.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Indonesia Secures Its First Aircraft Carrier, the Giuseppe Garibaldi, in Major Military Modernization Effort

Indonesia Secures Its First Aircraft Carrier, the Giuseppe Garibaldi, in Major Military Modernization Effort

Indonesia has welcomed its first aircraft carrier, the former Italian vessel Giuseppe Garibaldi, as part of a broader military upgrade and disaster management initiative led by President Prabowo Subianto.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026
Unfazed by Western Sanctions, Israeli Voters Dismiss International Pressure Ahead of Elections

Unfazed by Western Sanctions, Israeli Voters Dismiss International Pressure Ahead of Elections

Western sanctions over illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank are failing to influence Israeli voters ahead of October's elections. Analysts point out that the public's hardened political stances and focus on security mean international pressure has little domestic impact.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Iran Headed to UNGA While Houthis Provide Assurances to US and UAE Detains Swedish Fugitive

Iran Headed to UNGA While Houthis Provide Assurances to US and UAE Detains Swedish Fugitive

An Iranian delegation is cleared for the UN General Assembly while Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is denied US entry, and the UAE arrests a wanted Swedish fugitive.

The National|September 18, 2026|1
Inside Russia's State Duma Elections: Key Contenders, Stakes, and What to Expect

Inside Russia's State Duma Elections: Key Contenders, Stakes, and What to Expect

Russians are voting in the first parliamentary elections since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with the ruling United Russia party expected to maintain its dominance amid a tightly controlled political landscape.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026
Australia Announces Major Immigration Crackdown Featuring Detention for Visa Overstayers

Australia Announces Major Immigration Crackdown Featuring Detention for Visa Overstayers

Australia is launching a strict immigration crackdown led by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, targeting tens of thousands of visa overstayers with new detention measures and tightened restrictions on temporary visas.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026
Stretched Western Militaries Face Capacity Test as Saudi Arabia Seeks Support Against Houthi Offensive

Stretched Western Militaries Face Capacity Test as Saudi Arabia Seeks Support Against Houthi Offensive

Western powers face strained military resources and limited political will as Saudi Arabia seeks support to counter Houthi advances and protect Red Sea shipping routes.

The National|September 18, 2026|2
US Offers $15 Million Bounty on IRGC Financial Network Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict

US Offers $15 Million Bounty on IRGC Financial Network Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict

The US offers a $15 million reward for information on the IRGC financial network as oil prices fall and diplomatic developments unfold involving the UN and Gulf leaders.

The National|September 18, 2026|2
Criticism Erupts Over US Cheese Giant Tillamook and Halal Certification Controversy

Criticism Erupts Over US Cheese Giant Tillamook and Halal Certification Controversy

A US Veteran faces sharp criticism regarding his stance on Israeli bonds, sparking intense debate.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi Warns Ongoing Conspiracies Aim to Destabilize the Nation

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi Warns Ongoing Conspiracies Aim to Destabilize the Nation

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned that ongoing plots to destabilize the country persist and emphasized that protecting national stability is a collective civic duty.

Egypt Independent|September 18, 2026|1
Pakistan Urges Implementation of Mecca Agreement to Protect Saudi Security Amid Houthi Escalation

Pakistan Urges Implementation of Mecca Agreement to Protect Saudi Security Amid Houthi Escalation

Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif called for the implementation of the Mecca Agreement to protect Saudi security amid escalating Houthi attacks from Yemen. Pakistan has also engaged in diplomatic efforts, passing Saudi concerns regarding the strikes to Iran.

Egypt Independent|September 18, 2026
Syria Condemns Israeli Actions as Major Threat to Middle East Stability at UN Security Council

Syria Condemns Israeli Actions as Major Threat to Middle East Stability at UN Security Council

During a UN Security Council meeting, Syria, Israel, and Turkiye clashed over military operations and territorial presence within Syria.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
White House Pulls Lance Schroyer’s Controversial ICE Nomination Amid Senate Standoff

White House Pulls Lance Schroyer’s Controversial ICE Nomination Amid Senate Standoff

The White House has withdrawn Lance Schroyer's nomination to lead ICE following a Senate standoff over information regarding civilian deaths during enforcement operations.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Former Syrian Official Samir Ousman Alsheikh Sentenced to 60 Years in US Prison for Torture

Former Syrian Official Samir Ousman Alsheikh Sentenced to 60 Years in US Prison for Torture

Former Syrian military official Samir Ousman Alsheikh has been sentenced to 60 years in a US prison for torture and immigration fraud committed during his time running Adra Prison.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Iran Expels Swedish Diplomat in Retaliation Over Stockholm's Decision

Iran Expels Swedish Diplomat in Retaliation Over Stockholm's Decision

Iran has ordered a Swedish diplomat to leave the country within 48 hours in a retaliatory move following Sweden's expulsion of an Iranian embassy official.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Trinidad and Tobago Lifts State of Emergency Following Heavy Criticism Over Mass Arrests

Trinidad and Tobago Lifts State of Emergency Following Heavy Criticism Over Mass Arrests

Trinidad and Tobago has lifted its state of emergency after facing sharp criticism over thousands of mass arrests and detentions without charge. The government now plans to pursue permanent legal frameworks to target violent crime.

Al Jazeera English|September 17, 2026
Federal Judge Mandates 30-Day Advance Notice for Any Physical Alterations or Demolition at the Kennedy Center

Federal Judge Mandates 30-Day Advance Notice for Any Physical Alterations or Demolition at the Kennedy Center

A US federal judge has ordered the Kennedy Center to give 30 days' notice before any major physical changes or demolition, following President Donald Trump's remarks about the venue.

Al Jazeera English|September 17, 2026|1