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US President Donald Trump did not leave the podium when the Spanish national team was lifting the winners' trophy. The FIFA president had to intervene in the situation.
Brent oil prices increased by 3. 14% to $90.87 per barrel due to the escalation of military actions between the US and Iran. The conflict has restricted oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, causing the largest weekly increase since April.
Thousands of people danced in the streets of Madrid, set off fireworks after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina. Ferran Torres' goal in extra time brought "La Roja" its second world champion title.
At least three US servicemen have died after the resumption of hostilities. The US is planning larger-scale retaliatory attacks but faces a shortage of resources.
Oil tanker Kavomaleas stopped near Oman after IRGC's statements about attacks on ships. Traffic through the strait has almost stopped due to the escalation between the US and Iran.
July 20 marks International Chess Day, founded by FIDE in 1924, and International Moon Day in honor of the Apollo 11 astronauts' landing in 1969. In Ukraine, according to the new calendar, the day of remembrance of the prophet Elijah is celebrated.
Brent oil price rose to $91 per barrel due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. Iran announced the collapse of the ceasefire regime, increasing the risks of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.
US President Donald Trump did not announce a change in strategy on Iran, despite the increase in losses among American servicemen to 17 people. Washington plans to maintain its course of strikes on Iranian targets and the safety of navigation.
US President Donald Trump welcomed the intentions of the new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to intensify oil and gas extraction in the North Sea. Burnham does not plan to issue new licenses but will accelerate the development of fields that have already received approval.
American forces continue a series of strikes on Iran for the ninth consecutive night. CENTCOM stated that the strikes are aimed at weakening Iran's military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Boeing increased production of seeker heads for PAC-3 missiles by 30% in 2025, manufacturing 650 units. In 2026, the company plans to bring the figure to 850 units.
U. S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright stated that 14 million barrels of oil are transported daily through the Strait of Hormuz, which is two-thirds of the pre-war volume. He refuted reports of a halt in shipping.
US President Donald Trump will present the trophy to the winner of the 2026 World Cup final. Argentina's President Javier Milei will not attend due to superstitions.
The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran stated that the US struck the construction site of the Darkhovin power plant in southern Iran. CNN has reached out to the US Central Command for comment.
According to Tasnim, Erfan Esfandiari and Gol Mohammad Mohammadi were executed for participating in the January demonstrations. The number of deaths during the protests could reach at least 6,000 people.
Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were detained in Miami on an extradition request from the UK. They face 59 charges, including rape and human trafficking.
In Ukraine, Metallurgist's Day is celebrated, and in the world — Ice Cream Day. According to the new calendar, Makryna is honored; the weather on this day indicates autumn.
US President Donald Trump called on FIFA to choose the USA as the host of the future World Cup without Canada and Mexico. He also spoke about a proposal for a joint tournament between the USA and China.
Taylor Farms expanded the recall of salad from Mexico due to possible Cyclospora contamination. In 2026, 1,645 cases of cyclosporiasis were confirmed in the US.
Joseph Aoun arrived in Washington for a meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. On the agenda are security and the situation in the region amid tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani analyzes legal mechanisms for executing the ICC arrest warrant for the Prime Minister of Israel. He considers Netanyahu a war criminal but acknowledges the limitations of his authority.
The US has struck Iran in response to the attack in Jordan, where two American soldiers were killed. The conflict has spread to civilian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants.
The Czech company CSG is building a new complex for equipping 155-mm shells in Iowa. Earlier, CSG transferred the license to Ukraine for the production of such ammunition.
The US State Department issued a global warning for Americans due to the escalation of the war with Iran. The department noted that the security situation in the Middle East remains unstable.
Hundreds of wildfires in Canada have caused smoke that has put Toronto, New York, and Washington among the cities with the worst air quality. Fire activity in Ontario is beginning to subside, but a significant number of hotspots remain uncontrolled.
Next week, important economic data and central bank decisions from the US, China, and Japan are expected. The Fed is in a quiet period ahead of its July 28-29 meeting, while the People's Bank of China will announce its rate decision.
Trump administration prepares funding for projects in Europe to combat censorship through EU laws. Among the grants, $2 million is allocated to counter DSA and DMA.
The US Central Command stated that two servicemen were killed in Jordan while repelling Iranian attacks. One serviceman is considered missing, and four evacuees have already been discharged from hospitals.
Iran has suspended its obligations under the memorandum with the United States due to the strikes carried out by the Americans. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi accused the United States of violating the agreement.
US President Donald Trump accused Canada of spreading smoke from wildfires into US territory and stated his intention to add pollution costs to tariffs. Canada responded that since 2020 it has invested 12 billion Canadian dollars in fire prevention.