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US strikes Iran, Bangkok fire kills 27, India-Taliban talks: Key world news

Published on: 13 Jul 2026, 12:41 AM
US strikes Iran, Bangkok fire kills 27, India-Taliban talks: Key world news

The US military launched a new round of strikes against Iran early Monday, saying it aimed to degrade Iran's ability to attack commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes followed an Iranian attack on a container ship in the waterway on Saturday, according to US officials.

A fire at a pub in Bangkok early Monday killed at least 27 people, Thai authorities said. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated that the cause of the fire is under investigation.

India and the Taliban administration in Afghanistan discussed agricultural cooperation during a six-day visit by Taliban Agriculture Minister Abdullah Omari. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs confirmed talks covered trade, infrastructure, and irrigation.

Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon final, winning 6-7(7), 7-6(2), 6-3, 6-4 to retain his title. It was Sinner's fifth Grand Slam victory and the fourth time in 25 years a man defended the Wimbledon crown.

ISRO successfully completed three major tests of the Gaganyaan crew module systems, including ensuring upright positioning after sea splashdown, a key crew safety requirement.

Witnesses of a boat tragedy off Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island returned to Hyderabad, recounting failed CPR attempts on victims. The incident occurred on Saturday.

In Srinagar, authorities barricaded roads leading to the Naqshband Sahib shrine on the eve of the anniversary of a 1931 uprising, where 22 civilians were killed.

Brendon McCullum was removed as England Test cricket coach after four years but will continue coaching the T20 and ODI teams. The ECB announced his departure on Sunday.

Israeli fire and airstrikes in Gaza killed five Palestinians, including a nine-year-old girl, on Sunday, according to local health officials. A drone strike on a blacksmith shop in Gaza City caused multiple casualties.

India and Canada concluded the third round of talks on a proposed trade pact.

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