CNN and MS NOW report journalists denied White House entry after Trump ban
CNN and MS NOW reported that journalists were denied White House entry on September 19, 2026, following Donald Trump’s announcement of a ban on the networks and Politico.
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Sweden votes as Sweden Democrats seek first cabinet role
Sweden votes on September 13, 2026, with Ulf Kristersson seeking another term and the Sweden Democrats seeking their first cabinet posts if the rightwing bloc wins.
Ethiopia releases more than 600 federal prisoners, including opposition figures
More than 600 federal prisoners were released on September 10, including opposition figures Christian Tadele and Chane Kebede; 28 others reportedly remained detained after declining pardon applications.
Trump pledges $5,000 payments if Republicans retain Congress
Trump pledged $5,000 to every adult US citizen if Republicans keep both chambers of Congress, speaking in Dallas on September 9, 2026. The pledge does not establish an available payment programme.
Human Rights Watch urges AU action to protect Tigray peace agreement
Human Rights Watch called on September 9, 2026 for stronger African Union engagement and public monitoring of Ethiopia’s Pretoria peace agreement.
Obasanjo’s office rejects bias allegations over Ethiopia–Tigray mediation
Olusegun Obasanjo’s office has defended his mediation following criticism from Tigray leaders, as efforts continue to sustain the Pretoria peace agreement.
Ethiopia’s dialogue commission prepares recommendations for parliament
Ethiopia’s dialogue commission says it is organizing recommendations for parliament, with public release and executive implementation to follow.
AfD wins Saxony-Anhalt vote as government formation remains uncertain
The AfD led Saxony-Anhalt’s September 6, 2026, election, with projections putting it above 44%, but its ability to form a government remained unresolved.