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Peace news — August 31, 2026

Publications tagged with Peace published on August 31, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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    Christian Leaders Urge Trump to Create Pathway for Jewish Canadians Facing Antisemitism

    A coalition of Christian lawmakers and leaders in the United States is urging President Trump to establish an expedited legal pathway for Jewish Canadians seeking refuge due to rising antisemitism. Reports suggest over 2,000 Jewish Canadians have expressed interest in moving to the U.S. due to safety concerns. The group calls for a secure and expedited process for those facing threats because of their faith.
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    Yabloko Candidate Removed from State Duma Elections in Tatarstan

    Airat Gumerbayev, a candidate from the 'Yabloko' party, has been removed from the State Duma elections in Tatarstan due to his possession of 'frozen' shares in foreign companies. The electoral commission demanded his removal, and the Supreme Court of Tatarstan upheld the decision. Gumerbayev had informed the commission about the shares but was unable to sell them due to sanctions.
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    Colombian President Ends Peace Talks with Armed Groups

    Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has officially ended peace talks with several illegal armed groups that were started during the administration of his predecessor, Gustavo Petro. The decision was made due to a lack of 'peace will' from the armed groups, including the National Bolivarian Army Coordinator (CNEB), the Conquistadors of the Sierra Nevada (ACSN), and structures under the command of Alexander Díaz Mendoza, alias 'Calarcá'. The government has revoked the appointments of government representatives and recognitions of delegates from the other side in these dialogues.
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    Syrian Security Forces Kill Former Army Commander

    Syrian security forces have announced the killing of Firas Abdul Karim Hammoud, a former army commander under Bashar al-Assad. Hammoud was reportedly shot dead after opening fire on security personnel who were attempting to arrest him in the town of Safita, Tartus province. The security forces accused Hammoud of participating in anti-government insurrections that resulted in the deaths of security personnel.
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    Trump Threatens NBC's Welker With FCC Action Over Endorsement Report

    President Trump has threatened to report NBC News' Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for 'rebuke or punishment' after she reported that his endorsed candidates had 'mixed results' in the primaries. Trump claims Welker's statement was 'purposeful inaccuracy' and that she will be reported to the FCC for working on 'freely given Public Airwaves'. Trump also criticized the press, calling it 'a Disgrace to our Nation'.
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