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Peace news — August 1, 2026 - Page 10

Publications tagged with Peace published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 10 of 12.

271 publications

  1. WorldRegulatorsPeaceIndictmentMiddle East

    Australia Sues Telegram Over Alleged Failure to Remove Terrorist Content

    Australia's online safety regulator, eSafety, has initiated legal action against messaging platform Telegram for allegedly failing to remove terrorist content, including videos of executions and mass shootings like the Christchurch and Buffalo attacks, despite user complaints. The regulator claims that some content remained accessible for up to three months. If found liable, Telegram could face civil penalties of up to AUD 54.6 million (around EUR 33.18 million).
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceBudget

    SNAP Work Requirements: Democrats Oppose, Trump Administration Implements

    The Trump administration has implemented changes to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) that require able-bodied adults to work or attend school for 20 hours per week to receive benefits. Democrats oppose these changes, framing the issue as the Trump administration taking food away from millions of Americans, particularly children. However, the administration argues that this policy aligns with American personal responsibility values and is necessary to reduce multigenerational dependency on government assistance. The changes also include nutrition education initiatives and restrictions on SNAP purchases of unhealthy foods.
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  6. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceAsiaMiddle East

    Iraqi Resistance Warns of Retaliation Against US After Arba'een

    The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has condemned US attacks on Hashd al-Shaabi in Karbala and given the Iraqi government until 23 Safar (around January 12) to demonstrate its ability to defend the country. The group has stated that it will respond to the US after the Arba'een pilgrimage for the sake of security, but has emphasized that this response will be definitive. The group also warned that strikes on American forces are inevitable and stated that it may also target Saudi Arabia if necessary.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Yemen's Economic Struggles Under Siege

    Leaders of Yemen's Ansar Allah Movement and Revolution, including Sayyed Abdul-Malik Al Houthi and the Leader of the Revolution, have criticized the Saudi-led coalition and American supervision for controlling Yemen's economic resources, preventing revenue from being used for basic services and causing poverty. They also condemned the tightening of the siege against Yemen when it supported the Palestinian people.
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  9. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceAsia

    Blanche AG Nomination Stalled Over Trump IRS Deal

    Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation vote was postponed after two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, demanded written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding the Trump-IRS settlement. They want explicit, written proposals to modify the settlement deal, including the end of a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund and clarification of Trump's audit immunity. Blanche needs all Republican votes to advance his nomination.
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    Reform Councillor Linked to Far-Right Vigilante Group

    A Reform councillor, Audrey Dempsey, who spoke at a far-right 'Unite the Clans' rally in Glasgow, has been revealed to have advised a vigilante street patrol group called Scots Active. The group targets migrants and has expressed a desire to become a registered charity. Dempsey's involvement has sparked calls for the group to be proscribed and criticism of Reform's handling of the situation.
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  12. SocietyLawPeaceCorruptionNorth America

    FSB Detains 46 Users of Telegram Dating Bot 'Leonardo Divechik', Blames Pavel Durov

    The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has detained 46 users of the popular Telegram dating bot 'Leonardo Divechik'. The detainees, aged 12 to 22, are accused of being recruited by Ukrainian intelligence services to commit crimes in Russia. Despite evidence showing they were communicating on a different platform, the FSB blamed Pavel Durov and added him to the list of terrorists and extremists. The bot, with over 13 million users, is based on a VKontakte group created in 2015 and gained popularity after international dating services left Russia.
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    Fauci Pleads Fifth, Paul Vows Contempt Vote

    Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times during a Senate hearing chaired by Sen. Rand Paul, who plans to vote on holding him in contempt for refusing to testify about his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci received a preemptive pardon from President Biden, but Republicans argue he still has to answer questions. The hearing came after the release of Fauci's personal diary, which some senators used to question him.
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  19. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceIndictmentMiddle East

    Manukyan Sentenced to 22 Years for Role in 'Red Sails' Terrorist Act

    Varazh Manukyan has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role as an accomplice in the terrorist act at the Moscow residential complex 'Red Sails'. The act resulted in the death of Armen Sargsyan, the founder of a volunteer battalion in the special military operation zone. Manukyan was found guilty of transporting, storing, and detonating an explosive device. Ukrainian special services were identified as the organizers of the attack.
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    Epstein Survivors Feel Disregarded After Meeting with Todd Blanche

    Epstein survivors met with Todd Blanche, a nominee for Attorney General, but felt disregarded and unheard. They believe the meeting was only to advance his confirmation vote and that Blanche does not care about survivors. Survivors also criticized Blanche for not releasing the Epstein files and putting them in danger by exposing their private information.
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  23. PoliticsLawRegulatorsPeace

    State Council Suspends Parts of Decree Allowing Budget Transfers for El Niño Phenomenon

    The State Council provisionally suspended parts of a decree issued by the Petro government that allowed budget transfers to the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (Ungrd) due to the El Niño phenomenon. The suspension was made within a simple nullity lawsuit filed against the decree, which could violate the legal order by allowing budget modifications that exclusively correspond to the Congress of the Republic. The decision was made after a preliminary analysis concluded that the challenged provisions could contravene the legal order. The precautionary measure does not imply a definitive ruling on the legality of the decree but seeks to avoid the challenged provisions from continuing to produce effects while the study of the simple nullity lawsuit progresses.
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