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Politics news — August 1, 2026 - Page 41

Politics publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 41 of 75.

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  2. PoliticsDisinformationCorruptionAsiaMiddle East

    Femicides Surge in Israel Amidst Gun License Relaxation

    In Israel, femicides have risen sharply since the government relaxed gun licenses following the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. The Michal Sela Forum reports an 82.3% increase in women killed in their homes in 2025 compared to the previous year, with gun-related murders up by 1,600%. Experts link this trend to the increased presence of guns in homes, with post-traumatic stress, uncertainty, and economic difficulties contributing to the surge in violence. The Forum calls for gender-based violence to be treated as a national security issue.
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    CHP Appoints New Provincial Presidents After New Party Resignations

    Following the resignation of several provincial presidents to join the newly formed New Party, the Republican People's Party (CHP) has appointed new leaders for 12 provinces. The appointments include Emin Kalyoncu in Amasya, Ahmet Özdemir in Artvin, Fikret Şahin in Balıkesir, and others in Burdur, Giresun, Çorum, Kars, Kastamonu, Kütahya, Rize, Trabzon, and Zonguldak.
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    Midterm Elections: Anti-AI Data Center Sentiment Grows

    A 'booming backlash' against AI data centers is shaping the midterm elections, with candidates from both parties campaigning on anti-data center platforms. Protests have reached the level where they greet political figures at their events. The issue has become bipartisan, with Republicans and Democrats alike opposing data center construction in their areas. The movement has even led to violence, such as an attack on an Indianapolis councilman who voted for an AI facility. However, the issue is not without controversy, as some argue that foreign influence campaigns are amplifying domestic opposition.
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    Attempted Assassination of National Guard Commander 'Charter' Igor Obolenko Foiled

    A 69-year-old Kharkiv resident was detained for attempting to assassinate Igor Obolenko, commander of the National Guard's 'Charter' brigade. Russian handlers posing as SBU convinced the man that Obolenko was a 'traitor', providing him with an AI-generated photo of Obolenko in front of the Kremlin wearing Russian symbols. The attacker approached Obolenko from behind, but the weapon did not work.
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    Supreme Court Reopens Ethics Probe of Trudeau's We Charity Deal

    The Supreme Court of Canada has unanimously decided to reopen an ethics probe into Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's 2020 grant of $43.5 million to WE Charity. The probe was initially closed by the federal ethics watchdog, but the court ruled that the commissioner's decision was incorrect. The case involves payments totaling $481,751 made by a contractor to Trudeau's family as gifts and prizes.
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    Israeli Fire Injuries Across Palestinian Territories

    Multiple incidents of Palestinians injured by Israeli fire were reported across the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The Palestinian Red Crescent confirmed injuries in Beit Lahia, Janid, Jenin, Gaza City, Mighayer, Beit Fajjar, Khan Yunis, and an unspecified location east of Gaza City. Injuries ranged from abdominal wounds to live bullets in the leg, with ages affected including a 59-year-old and a 15-year-old boy.
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    Daniel Noboa Denies Political Persecution, Warns of Criminals in Municipalities

    Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has refuted claims of political persecution, stating that his government is targeting criminals rather than politicians. In interviews with Radio Platinum Quito and Ecuador 221, Noboa emphasized that investigations against authorities and former officials are not politically motivated. He also expressed concern about criminals infiltrating municipalities and vowed to dismantle related structures.
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