The U.S. House approved a new package of sanctions targeting Russian officials, banks, energy, defense, and oil tankers. The bill now awaits President Donald Trump’s signature and includes possible tariffs on major buyers of Russian energy.
Jordanian authorities contained a limited ammonia gas leak at Aqaba Industrial Complex on September 14, 2026. Officials reported 14 injuries, mostly minor or moderate, and said air tests found no pollution.
Libya’s House of Representatives adopted the final 4+4 committee agreement in Benghazi on September 14, 2026. Boycotting lawmakers questioned whether enough members were present for a legal quorum.
BRICS countries adopted the New Delhi Declaration on September 12, 2026. The statement expressed concern about escalating Middle East tensions and called for restraint, civilian protection, and diplomacy.
Alternative for Germany won 43.8 percent of votes in Saxony-Anhalt’s state election and became the largest party in the parliament. It remains three seats short of an absolute majority, while talks over a new state government are uncertain.
Saudi authorities said Houthi attacks injured 73 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia on September 8, 2026. The Energy Ministry reported fires and a temporary interruption to some operations, while fighting in Yemen continued to displace civilians.
Abu Dhabi approved a post-separation charter that asks parents to cooperate on children’s education, health, travel, and care. It also encourages families to resolve new disagreements calmly before going to court.
The UAE said that it intercepted a drone approaching from Iran over its territorial waters on August 31, 2026. Jordan expressed solidarity with the UAE, while Qatar called for military actions to stop and for dialogue to resume.
Syria reopened its embassy in Tripoli on August 30 after more than fourteen years of closure. Syria and Libya also signed an agreement to restart their Joint Higher Committee.
Sudan said it accepted a US truce proposal in principle while setting conditions for a 90-day humanitarian pause. The UN said it supports efforts toward a truce, but no final agreement has been announced.
