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Hegseth promises execution live stream as Trump appears to ‘pause’ war on Iran | First Thing

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What happened: Defense secretary Pete Hegseth said the execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad will be livestreamed next month. Hasan killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009 and was sentenced to death in 2013. Key numbers: 13 killed, dozens wounded on 5 November 2009. Sentenced 2013. Last known US military firing squad was November 1945. Why it matters: Hegseth said the public broadcast is meant to show there are serious consequences for such acts, a departure from previous practice. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

What changed

Defense secretary Pete Hegseth said the execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad will be livestreamed next month. Hasan killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009 and was sentenced to death in 2013.

Why it matters

Hegseth said the public broadcast is meant to show there are serious consequences for such acts, a departure from previous practice.

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