Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, October 8, 2026 — The Pentagon has announced that the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the perpetrator of the 2009 Fort Hood shooting, will be livestreamed. The execution is scheduled to take place via firing squad at Fort Hood.

Nidal Malik Hasan was convicted for the November 5, 2009, attack that killed 13 people and wounded more than 30 others at the U.S. Army base in Texas. He was sentenced to death in 2013.

The decision to livestream the execution marks a significant step in how such proceedings are handled. Specific details regarding the platform or accessibility of the livestream were not immediately provided.

The trend summary did not include information regarding the exact date or time of the scheduled execution, nor did it specify the contractor or official responsible for managing the livestreaming logistics. Information about any policies or procedures related to public access or media presence was also not detailed in the provided summary.

Hasan, a former Army psychiatrist, opened fire on soldiers and civilians at the Fort Hood military installation. The motive provided in court proceedings was related to his alleged radicalization and opposition to U.S. military actions.

The execution, carried out by firing squad, will take place at Fort Hood. Further information regarding the timeline and process is expected to be released by the Department of Defense.


Story summarized from the original created by KONSTANTIN TOROPIN, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.

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