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Peace news — August 1, 2026 - Page 9

Publications tagged with Peace published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 9 of 12.

271 publications

  1. WorldPeaceMiddle East

    DRC Announces FDLR Disarmament Protocol

    The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced the signing of a disarmament, demobilization, and cantonment protocol by the Forces Democratiques de Liberation du Rwanda (FDLR). The protocol is part of a peace agreement signed in Washington between DRC and Rwanda in December 2025. The FDLR, an armed group of Rwandan origin founded in 2000, has been operating in Congolese territory. The protocol's signing comes amid ongoing tensions between DRC and Rwanda over the presence of FDLR and other rebel groups in eastern DRC.
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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsPeace

    Americans' Election Fears Surge Ahead of Midterms

    A new Gallup poll finds that a majority of Americans, including both Republicans and Democrats, are worried about the integrity of the upcoming midterm elections. Key concerns include political pressure on election officials (56%), mishandling of ballots (57%), voter intimidation (52%), and wealthy political donations (78%). Additionally, 40% fear personal harassment while voting.
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  5. PoliticsBillRegulatorsPeace

    Quebec Court Upholds COVID Curfew Despite Charter Rights Violation

    A Quebec Superior Court judge, Carl Thibault, has upheld the province's COVID-19 curfew despite finding that it violated Charter rights. The curfew, implemented as an unprecedented pandemic restriction, was deemed justified during the public health emergency. The decision comes after a legal challenge argued that the curfew infringed upon Canadians' constitutional freedoms.
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  11. PoliticsJudiciaryPeace

    Trump's Niece Blames Cognitive Decline for Loss of Ability to 'Read the Room'

    Mary Trump, the president's niece and a psychologist, has stated that Donald Trump's cognitive decline is evident in his inability to 'read the room' during public appearances. She cited examples such as his speech at Lindsey Graham's funeral and a MAGA rally where he spoke positively about the COVID vaccine despite audience disapproval. Mary Trump attributes this loss of ability to Trump's declining cognitive health, including his loss of impulse control.
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  12. SocietyRegulatorsPeaceAsiaWhite-collar

    Tribute to Civil Guards Killed by ETA 17 Years Ago

    Francina Armengol, President of the Congress of Deputies, paid tribute to Diego Salvà Lezaun and Carlos Sáenz de Tejada, two Civil Guards assassinated by ETA in Calviá 17 years ago. She remembered their sacrifice and expressed that their memory keeps us firm in the defense of democracy, harmony, and dialogue. She also sent her deepest embrace to their families, friends, and colleagues of the Civil Guard.
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  15. SocietyLawPeaceAsia

    Police Chief Admits Difficulty in Controlling Off-Duty Officers' Behavior

    State Police Chief Armands Ruks has acknowledged the challenge of monitoring police officers' actions during their off-duty hours. This follows recent incidents where off-duty police officers, under the influence of alcohol, caused accidents resulting in fatalities or injuries. The Interior Minister has ordered an investigation into Ruks' leadership following these incidents.
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  16. PoliticsPeaceIndictmentLeadership

    Cristina Kirchner Appeals UN to Overturn Vialidad Conviction

    Cristina Kirchner, former Argentine President, has appealed to the United Nations Human Rights Committee to overturn her conviction in the Vialidad case. Her new legal team, including lawyers from Brazil and Spain, argues that she was a victim of lawfare and that her lifetime disqualification from holding public office is a form of 'democratic erosion'. Kirchner published an opinion column in international media, defending her innocence and announcing the UN presentation.
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  17. SocietyLawPeaceAsia

    Telegram's Fate Uncertain as Durov Charged with Terrorism Assistance

    Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, has been charged with assisting terrorism by Russian authorities. While this does not immediately impact users, it could lead to Telegram being recognized as an extremist organization, potentially banning payments for premium subscriptions and displaying the logo. Lawyers advise caution but note that using the messenger for communication remains legal. Some politicians and experts suggest waiting for official clarifications before purchasing premium features.
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  18. PoliticsJudiciaryPeaceGovernance

    Supreme Court Allows Judicial Review of Trudeau's WE Charity Ethics Ruling

    The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that a watchdog group can proceed with a court challenge of a federal ethics report on Justin Trudeau's involvement in decisions concerning WE Charity. The top court found that a provision of the Conflict of Interest Act barring such a challenge is unconstitutional. The ruling overturns a decision by the Federal Court of Appeal, which dismissed the application for judicial review. The ethics commissioner had concluded in 2021 that Trudeau did not breach the Conflict of Interest Act in his participation with WE Charity.
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  19. PoliticsPeaceIndictmentMiddle East

    CHP 'Paid Actors' Investigation: Journalists Summoned

    An investigation into allegations that the Republican People's Party (CHP) hired paid actors for a member participation ceremony has led to journalists Timur Soykan and Fatih Altaylı being summoned for statements. The probe, launched following a complaint by CHP member Gürsel Tekin, has also seen several other journalists give statements, with Timur Soykan asserting that they have concrete evidence supporting their reports.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Iraqi Commander-in-Chief Visits Anti-Terrorism Device Headquarters

    The Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, Ali Falah al-Zidi, conducted a field visit to the headquarters of the Anti-Terrorism Device. He inspected weapons and equipment, chaired a meeting discussing combat duties and plans for improvement, praised the device's role in fighting terrorism, and emphasized the importance of maintaining high combat morale and caring for wounded fighters and martyrs' families.
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  21. WorldRegulatorsPeaceConstitutionMiddle East

    Yemen's Leader Condemns Saudi Aggression and Siege

    The leader of the revolution in Yemen condemns the Saudi regime's aggression and siege, stating that it is a cruel practice resulting in great suffering for the Yemeni people. He asserts that the Saudi enemy wants to seize the freedom and dignity of the Yemeni people and bring them to a state of collapse. The leader also criticizes the Saudi regime's role in blocking any serious Islamic approach to support the Palestinian people and its classification of Palestinian Mujahideen as terrorists. He calls upon the Yemeni people to move seriously in response to the Saudi siege and to hold fast to the rope of Allah against the enemies.
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  24. SocietyLocal GovPeaceCorruption

    Chef Accused of Molesting Teenage Colleague

    A 21-year-old chef, Muhammad Fakhrullah Md Nor, was charged with sexually assaulting a 17-year-old female colleague at a fast food outlet in Tumpat. The accused faced five counts of sexual assault under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017, carrying a maximum imprisonment of 20 years and whipping upon conviction. The incidents allegedly occurred between June 5 and July 17, with the accused and victim being colleagues at the same restaurant. The court allowed the accused to be released on bail of RM8,000 for each charge with conditions.
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