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Peace news — October 12, 2026

Publications tagged with Peace published on October 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

8 publications

  1. PoliticsAppointmentsRegulatorsPeace

    Mullin Defends Livestreaming Hasan Execution, Citing 'Restoring American Values'

    Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin has stood behind the Trump administration’s decision to livestream the military execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan. Despite bipartisan criticism, Mullin dismissed concerns, stating that 'no one has to watch' the event. The execution, set for December 3, will be the first military execution by firing squad in the U.S. since 1945.
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  2. PoliticsBillLegislationPeace

    Senators Accuse Trump of Breaking Law with Russian Diesel Deal

    Senators from both parties have accused President Trump of potentially breaking the law with his recent deal to ease sanctions on Russia to import diesel fuel. The deal, which was announced after Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, has been criticized for violating U.S. laws that ban the import of Russian energy products. Republican Senator Thom Tillis has been particularly vocal, stating that he believes the deal could be illegal and puts American lives at risk.
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  4. U.S.LawAppointmentsPeaceAsia

    US Threatens to Block Weapons Supplies to Ukraine Over Attacks on Russian Refineries

    The US has threatened to halt weapons supplies to Ukraine via the PURL mechanism and cut off intelligence sharing if Ukraine continues to attack Russian oil refineries, according to multiple reports. The threats came after US President Trump expressed irritation with Ukrainian President Zelensky over the attacks, which Trump blames for rising global diesel prices. The US has been lobbying European capitals and Kyiv to stop the strikes, with some officials receiving calls from American counterparts over the weekend. Zelensky has indicated willingness to stop the attacks if Russia reciprocates.
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  5. 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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  6. U.S.AppointmentsPeaceMiddle East

    US Threatens to Halt Intelligence Sharing, Arms Sales to Ukraine Over Russian Refinery Attacks

    The United States has threatened to halt intelligence sharing and arms sales to Ukraine if it continues to attack Russian oil refineries, according to multiple reports. The warnings were reportedly conveyed to Ukrainian and European officials by the US State Department and Pentagon over the weekend. The move comes amid growing tensions between the US and Ukraine over the latter's strikes on Russian energy infrastructure.
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  7. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Hamas Condemns Israeli Threats to Assassinate Khalil al-Haya

    Hamas has strongly condemned recent threats by Israeli officials, including Defense Minister Yitzhak Katz, to assassinate the head of its political bureau, Khalil al-Haya. The group views these threats as 'organized state terrorism' and a violation of international law. Hamas has called on international mediators to condemn these threats and pressure Israel to implement ceasefire agreements and end its occupation of Palestinian territories.
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