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Politics news — October 12, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on October 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 3.

59 publications

  1. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth America

    Defense of Columbus Day Against Efforts to Erase It

    Texts discuss the importance of Columbus Day, arguing that it commemorates Christopher Columbus' exploration which led to the United States' formation. They criticize efforts to replace it with Indigenous Peoples' Day or ignore it in favor of other observances. Texts also mention Italian Americans' celebration of the holiday and defend Columbus against criticism, stating that he should be remembered as an explorer rather than a villain.
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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsPeace

    Elon Musk's $276M Midterm Election Spending Boosts Republicans

    Elon Musk has emerged as a significant political donor, contributing over $276 million to support the Republican Party in the U.S. midterm elections. The bulk of his donations, totaling $158 million, went to the Senate Leadership Fund, aiding Republican Senate candidates. Additionally, $76 million was allocated to Protect America PAC, founded by Musk in 2024, to fund conservative voter mobilization networks in key Senate and House races across seven states.
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  3. PoliticsLawElectionsConstitution

    Rahul Gandhi Leads March to Supreme Court

    Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, called for a march to the Supreme Court on October 12, 2026. He urged opposition parties, citizens, and lawyers to join him in defense of the Constitution. The march started from Barakhamba intersection at Connaught Place in Delhi at 1:30 PM and reached the Supreme Court. Gandhi was joined by several opposition leaders and a large crowd of supporters.
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  5. PoliticsPublic Health

    Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery for Nodule

    Pope Leo XIV announced that he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule detected in his lung. The 71-year-old pope revealed that the nodule was found during a recent medical check and is in a very early and well-localized phase. The surgery is scheduled to take place at Rome's Gemelli hospital, with an expected recovery time of about a week. The pope expressed his trust in the prayers of the faithful and thanked them for their closeness.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle EastEarth

    VP JD Vance Criticizes Kansas Megachurch Pastor's Faith

    Vice President JD Vance sparked controversy by dismissing the faith of Adam Hamilton, pastor of the largest United Methodist church in Kansas, as 'not real Christianity'. Hamilton responded by challenging Vance to compare their faiths and impacts on the world. The incident has raised questions about Vance's defense of Christianity and attacks on Christians with differing political views.
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  7. PoliticsElectionsMiddle East

    Spanish Elections: Right-Wing Bloc Set to Win, VOX Surges

    Large-scale surveys by Spanish newspapers 'El País' and 'ABC' indicate that the center-right bloc, including the pro-Israeli PP and VOX parties, is set to win the upcoming Spanish elections. VOX, the far-right party, is predicted to surge, potentially gaining over 30 seats. The left-wing bloc, led by Pedro Sánchez, is expected to lose seats. The polls suggest that the right-wing bloc could form a government with an absolute majority.
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  8. PoliticsWarMiddle EastDefense

    Russian Supercomputers Disabled by Ukrainian Drone Strikes

    Three data centers and all three supercomputers of Russian tech giant Yandex have been put out of operation following drone strikes between October 8 and 11. The attacks have caused significant damage to Russia's IT infrastructure, with experts believing that restoration will be nearly impossible due to chip shortages and lack of physical protection. Only two supercomputers operated by Sberbank remain relatively protected.
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  9. PoliticsIntelligenceCounterterrorismBorder SecurityCyberattack

    Russia and Ukraine Hack Surveillance Cameras for Military Targets

    Russia and Ukraine are exploiting internet-connected surveillance cameras to gather military intelligence, identify targets, and assess attack outcomes. Both sides have successfully used hacked cameras to locate military facilities and adjust strikes. Ukrainian authorities have secured or blocked around 40,000 potentially dangerous cameras within their territory. Similar activities have been reported in the Middle East, with Israel and Iran also using hacked cameras for military purposes.
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  11. PoliticsRegulatorsCeasefireResignationMiddle East

    Russia Rejects Zelensky's Ceasefire Request, Calls Him 'Testosterone, Not Diesel'

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and President Vladimir Putin's spokesperson Dmitry Peskov have rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's request for a 60-day ceasefire. Lavrov stated that Zelensky does not deserve a break, as he is using various means to secure one for Ukrainian forces to regroup. Peskov added that Putin is only willing to halt strikes on the day of the Ukrainian presidential election if Kyiv decides to hold it.
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  15. PoliticsBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Russian Forces Take Control of Lukašovo and Lobaňovka in Kharkiv Region

    The Russian military, specifically units of the 'North' grouping of troops, have successfully taken control of Lukašovo and Lobaňovka in the Kharkiv region. This operation was confirmed by multiple sources, including the Russian Ministry of Defense. The move is part of a broader effort to tighten the encirclement and expand the outer control zone in the region.
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  17. PoliticsLocal GovElectionsMiddle East

    PDP Engages INEC Over Omission of Adebutu, Pantami From Gov List

    The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has begun engaging the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to resolve the omission of some of its candidates, including Ladi Adebutu and Isa Pantami, from the commission’s final list of governorship candidates for the 2027 elections. The PDP accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of influencing Adebutu's exclusion in Ogun State. Pantami's associates described his exclusion as a temporary setback and are working to resolve the matter.
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  23. PoliticsLocal GovMiddle EastBiodiversity

    Israeli Settlers Attack Palestinians, Kidnap Farmers During Olive Harvest

    Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinian farmers and kidnapped several during the olive harvest season in the West Bank. Incidents were reported across Bethlehem, Nablus, Tulkarm, Ramallah, and Jenin. Farmers face assaults, crop theft, and restrictions on accessing their land. The Israeli army has also been involved in detaining Palestinians and preventing them from harvesting their olives.
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  24. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    AfD Praises Trump's Diesel Deal with Putin, Calls for Germany to Follow Suit

    Alice Weidel, co-chair of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, praised the agreement between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on the supply of Russian diesel fuel to the world market, simultaneously criticizing the policy of German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Weidel argued that Merkel is destroying Germany with sanctions and expensive natural gas, while Trump pursues a policy based on real interests. AfD and the Business Initiative Germany (Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie - BDI) welcomed the deal, stating that it's 'how it's done' and called for Germany to follow suit. The deal has sparked sharp criticism from other political parties in Germany.
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