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Israel closes Hebron’s Ibrahimi Mosque for two days citing Jewish holidays
The Palestinian Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs said on Wednesday, September 16, that the Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron had been closed to Muslim worshippers for two days. While the ministry condemned the decision, mosque director Mutaz Abu Snena said the measure was part of continuing attempts to seize the remaining sections of the holy site.
Kim Kardashian awarded symbolic €1 in Paris robbery case
A Paris court ordered symbolic compensation of €1 for Kim Kardashian over the armed robbery she suffered in 2016. Kardashian’s friend and stylist Simone Harouche was also awarded the same amount; eight people were convicted in the case in 2025.
MIT chief Ibrahim Kalin visits Kabul and Kandahar in Afghanistan
MIT chief Ibrahim Kalin visited Kabul and Kandahar during his visit to Afghanistan. In Kabul, Kalin discussed enhancing security and intelligence cooperation with Afghan officials, as well as regional developments.
Foreign Minister Fidan spoke by phone with Iranian counterpart Araghchi
Foreign Minister Fidan spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, Araghchi. The call addressed the latest developments related to the recent attacks and ongoing negotiations.
Minister Kurum discussed green transformation with the WTO and IFRC in Geneva
Türkiye’s Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum discussed green transformation and emissions trading with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in Geneva. Kurum also held talks with IFRC Secretary-General Jagan Chapagain on Gaza’s urgent needs, the region’s recovery and the planned Humanitarian Logistics Center in Istanbul.
US court temporarily halts new student visa duration rules
A regulation that would have tied the length of stay for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors in the US to a specified period was temporarily halted by a federal court on September 14, 2026, one day before its scheduled effective date of September 15. The ruling did not invalidate the regulation, but allows the existing Duration of Status system to remain in place for now while the case proceeds.
New York State plans to drop Regents exams as a diploma requirement
The New York State Education Department plans to remove the requirement that students graduating in January 2028 or later pass certain Regents exams. The change would not eliminate the exams entirely, but would remove them from the requirements for earning a diploma while students continue to meet credit and other assessment requirements.
ATKB and Istanbul Aydın University to host women’s leadership conference in New York
The American Turkish Women’s Association and Istanbul Aydın University will hold a conference on women’s leadership and global education diplomacy on September 26, 2026, at the New York Atatürk School Conference Hall. The program will address education diplomacy, academic development and global impact, with plans to provide doctoral scholarship support to 10 successful women leaders.
Aliyev accuses European Parliament of corruption in Baku
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev accused the European Parliament of corruption during a meeting with international conference participants in Baku on September 15, 2026, saying he made the remarks with full responsibility. Aliyev linked his statement to Karabakh, the stance of European institutions and his assessment that Azerbaijan faces double standards.
Gaza’s struggle to access medicines and essential treatment returns to focus
Statements attributed to Ed Miliband say that aid workers and doctors working in Gaza described delays in receiving medicines, children losing their lives and difficulties accessing basic medical treatment. A broader picture shows Gaza’s health services under severe pressure due to shortages of medicines and equipment, risks to medical personnel and obstacles to patient evacuations.

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