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Disinformation news — August 23, 2026

Publications tagged with Disinformation published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. PoliticsRegulatorsDisinformationTrialMiddle East

    Daesh Attack on PMF Headquarters in Iraq

    Daesh (ISIS) carried out an attack on a military sector in Iraq, targeting the headquarters of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). The attack comes amidst signs of a reactivation of Daesh cells and recent US airstrikes on the same location. The PMF, a key force in Iraq's fight against terrorism, has been targeted in recent attacks, with the focus shifting from the perpetrators and the crime to whether the PMF were aware of the attack. The PMF press director, Muhannad Al Aqabi, stated that the PMF are committed to preserving the state and political process, and have united various Iraqi factions into a unified system.
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    Over 750 US Service Members Wounded in Iran War

    More than 750 American service members have been wounded since the war against Iran began in late February, according to Pentagon data. The number of casualties has been rising, with over 770 service members killed or injured as of recent reports. The injuries include brain injuries, and the Pentagon has been adding dozens of new cases to the casualty list in recent days.
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    Hasan Piker Leads Crowd in Anti-Charlie Kirk Death Chant

    Hasan Piker, a left-wing political commentator, led a crowd in mocking the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a live podcast event. Piker sang a meme song called 'We Are Charlie Kirk' with his co-hosts and audience, laughing and celebrating the idea of Kirk's death. This incident is part of a larger trend of left-wing protesters mocking Kirk's assassination and justifying violence against political opponents. Jonathan Turley, a legal scholar, condemned Piker's actions as hateful and dehumanizing, noting that such behavior is becoming increasingly common in an 'age of rage.'
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  4. WorldRegulatorsDisinformationTrialMiddle East

    Inter-American Court Condemns Argentina Over Excessive Criminal Process Duration

    The Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruled against Argentina in the 'López de Belva and others vs. Argentina' case, finding the country responsible for violating judicial guarantees due to an excessively long criminal process. The case involved two lawyers, Carlos Alberto López de Belva and Arturo Jorge Podestá, who were initially sentenced in 1993 but saw their case drag on for over 15 years. The court emphasized that the reasonable time principle requires a concrete analysis of each case, considering factors such as the complexity of the matter, the activity of the interested parties, and the impact on the accused. The ruling highlights the importance of judges explaining the duration of a process and recognizing violations when delays are attributable to the state.
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    Europe May Refuse Aid to Ukraine Over Zelensky-Fedorov Conflict

    European countries may refuse to provide military and financial aid to Ukraine due to the political conflict between President Volodymyr Zelensky and former defense minister Mikhailo Fedorov, according to multiple reports by The Sunday Times. The newspaper suggests that this conflict could deter allies from fulfilling long-term commitments, potentially threatening Ukraine's military campaign. Zelensky is also facing other challenges, including the likelihood of holding elections in the near future being considered unlikely, and protests in support of Fedorov causing him 'headaches'.
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    Russia Uses Mariupol Theater Massacre Site for Propaganda Film

    Russia has released a propaganda film titled 'Witnesses' promoting the false narrative that an explosion inside the Mariupol Drama Theatre caused the destruction that killed hundreds of Ukrainians. The film was shot at the site of the tragedy, where bodies of the dead remained. Ukrainian officials have condemned this desecration and called for international action against those responsible.
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