Briefing

US forces have struck targets in Iran after President Donald Trump vowed that Tehran would pay for the deaths of three American soldiers. The attacks have now continued for ten consecutive days. At the same time, mediators are working to advance peace talks. The latest developments are being reported from the White House.

United StatesIranairstrikespeace talks

BBloomberg Television★★★★★2026-07-20 21:33Original

Vladimir Yeremkin said Russia’s economy is paying a price as it cools after a period of overheating. The slowdown has weighed on current economic performance, he said. Despite that cost, the foundation for a recovery remains intact. Yeremkin said growth could reach as much as 0.7% by the end of the year.

Russian economyeconomic growtheconomic recovery

TTASS★★★☆☆2026-07-20 16:30Original

Bloomberg’s media and entertainment team lead Chris Palmeri discusses what may come next after a federal judge temporarily halted Paramount’s proposed purchase of Warner Bros. Bloomberg Economics’ Chris Kennedy responds to the latest developments involving Iran. President Trump has threatened that Iran will “pay” for the deaths of US servicemembers in Jordan over the weekend. The program also examines how the US war with Iran could have lasting effects on oil and energy markets.

ParamountWarner Bros.Iranoil markets

BBloomberg Television★★★★☆2026-07-20 21:10Original

Former Brazilian lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro said he has obtained permanent residency in the United States, commonly known as a green card. Eduardo is the son of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro and an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump. He disclosed the development to Reuters on Monday.

Brazil politicsEduardo BolsonaroUS green card

RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-20 23:01Original

The 2026 World Cup has come to an end after a tournament staged across 16 host cities on three continents. A total of 308 goals were scored in 104 matches. Spain ultimately lifted the trophy. The tournament is remembered as one of the best World Cups ever held.

World CupSpainfootball

CCNN★★★☆☆2026-07-20 22:58Original

Temperatures are expected to rise across broad areas from eastern to western Japan on the 21st. Saitama Prefecture is forecast to reach 40 degrees, bringing dangerously intense heat that could threaten lives. People are urged to remain extremely vigilant against heatstroke and take even stronger preventive measures.

extreme heatheatstrokeSaitama

NNHK News★★★☆☆2026-07-20 21:04Original

Yemen’s Houthis say they will impose a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia. The threat puts oil shipments moving through the Red Sea at risk. Global energy flows are already constrained after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz. A further disruption in the Red Sea could therefore add pressure to energy markets and shipping routes.

HouthisRed Seaenergy marketsSaudi Arabia

RReuters★★★★☆2026-07-20 20:28Original

New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham appointed his ministerial team on Monday. The move establishes the key ministers serving in Burnham’s new cabinet and marks an early step in the formation of his government.

UK politicscabinet appointments

RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-20 22:05Original

Residents of Deir Jarir say a late Sunday raid was part of a wider pattern of violence involving settlers and Israeli security forces. They said settlers from a nearby outpost arrived after 9pm, claiming they were looking for stolen livestock. Israeli soldiers and police later joined the operation and protected the settlers as they allegedly tried to seize villagers’ sheep by force. The raid killed two Palestinians and left another in hospital with a gunshot wound.

West Banksettler violencePalestiniansIsraeli army

TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-07-20 17:53Original

The United States and Iran continued exchanging fire on July 20, increasing fears about Gulf shipping and water supplies across the region. Kuwait said Iran had attacked water and electricity plants, along with oil facilities, over the weekend. Bahrain also accused Iran of striking civilian air-navigation systems on Monday. Despite the reported attacks, Tehran said communication with Washington remained active through diplomatic channels, suggesting contact had not been severed amid the fighting.

US-Iran conflictGulf shippingwater suppliesdiplomatic channels

FFrance 24 English★★★★★2026-07-20 15:36Original

The head of China’s securities regulator chaired a meeting with investors on Monday. He pledged to make “all efforts” to keep market operations stable after a sell-off battered the stock market over the past two weeks. The commitment comes as regulators confront the turbulence and seek to restore confidence among investors.

China stockssecurities regulationmarket stability

RReuters★★★★☆2026-07-20 09:25Original

A third US soldier has died since the ceasefire ended, with the latest death occurring in Iraq. US Central Command said the soldier was killed during what it described as the “controlled detonation” of a downed Iranian drone. The death raises the number of US soldiers killed in fighting to 17. The incident comes as the war in Iran expands after the fallout from a 60-day ceasefire that began in early July.

Iran warUS soldiersIraqceasefire

FFrance 24★★★★★2026-07-20 09:27Original

At least 21 Russian politicians have been charged with displaying what authorities classify as “extremist” or Nazi symbols. Such charges prevent them from standing for office. The cases come ahead of elections to the State Duma, the lower house of Russia’s parliament. The figures were reported by Novaya Gazeta Europe, described as an independent Russian news outlet.

Russian politicsState Duma electionextremism charges

MMeduza★★★☆☆2026-07-20 15:46Original

Lee Seung-ho built a stock-trading fortune of nearly 300 million won, or $202,515, using a 500% margin loan. That wealth disappeared within just four weeks in May. Despite the loss, he intends to borrow again. He says he will return to the market as soon as he has enough capital.

South Korea stocksmargin loansinvestment risk

RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-20 09:10Original

Australia’s only approved home test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea has been removed from sale after failing to identify infections in an unspecified number of patients. The Therapeutic Goods Administration reviewed Touch Biotechnology’s self-testing kit and said the device was not reliable. It also found a high risk that users could receive false-negative results. The company has been given a six-month suspension.

AustraliaSTI testinghome diagnosticsregulation

TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-07-20 15:00Original

Portugal’s tighter migrant restrictions are affecting construction firms working to address the country’s housing crisis. Jose Simao came from Angola in 2022 to work as a bricklayer. He was part of a broader wave of immigration that provided a welcome boost to Portugal’s deeply understaffed construction sector. The sector’s reliance on migrant workers highlights the pressure created by the new curbs. These firms are trying to respond to housing needs while facing a more limited labor supply.

Portugalmigration policyconstructionhousing crisis

RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-20 09:05Original

Russia launched strikes on 149 areas of Ukraine on Sunday and took control of a residential settlement in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Ukraine responded with long-range attacks against fuel infrastructure inside Russia and oil tankers in the Black Sea. The actions mark a fresh wave of tit-for-tat attacks between the two countries, with military targets extending beyond the immediate front lines.

Russia-Ukraine warairstrikesoil infrastructure

CCGTN★★★★☆2026-07-20 03:21Original

Argentina supporters gathered around Buenos Aires’ Obelisk after the team lost the World Cup final to Spain 1-0. The gathering turned violent on Sunday when groups threw stones and bottles at police. Clashes forced authorities to close major roads in the area. Officials have not confirmed injuries or arrests. President Javier Milei said the government would declare a national holiday to honour Argentina’s runners-up finish.

World CupArgentinafan clashesBuenos Aires

CCNA★★★☆☆2026-07-20 06:53Original

China’s aluminum imports from Russia increased by 24% in the first half. The value of Russian aluminum supplies reached $3.03 billion during the same period of 2025.

ChinaRussiaaluminum imports

TTASS★★★☆☆2026-07-20 06:51Original

Hundreds of supporters of India’s youth-led “Cockroach” movement gathered in the capital, New Delhi, to march toward parliament. The demonstrators are seeking the resignation of the education minister. Police had denied permission for the protest, but the group proceeded with its planned gathering and march. The action puts the movement’s demand directly before the country’s national legislature.

IndiaNew Delhiyouth protestparliament march

RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-20 05:29Original

Hundreds of supporters of India’s youth-led “cockroach” movement assembled in the capital, New Delhi, on Monday. They planned to march to parliament and demand the education minister’s resignation. Police had refused permission for the protest, but the gathering went ahead despite the ban. The action underscores the movement’s continued challenge to the authorities’ restrictions.

IndiaNew Delhiyouth protestpolice ban

RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-20 02:40Original

Military expert Andrey Marochko says Ukraine and mercenaries suffered losses exceeding 10,000 personnel over the past week. He identified Battlegroup East as inflicting the heaviest manpower losses on the opposing side. The group was operating in the Dnepropertovsk and Zaporozhye regions. His assessment focuses on reported battlefield losses during that period.

Russia-Ukraine warmanpower lossesBattlegroup East

TTASS★★★☆☆2026-07-20 06:04Original

Around one million jubilant Spain supporters are expected to gather in Madrid on Monday. They will welcome the national team home after its World Cup triumph. The victory secured Spain’s second star. The returning winners are set to receive a hero’s reception from celebrating fans in the capital.

SpainWorld CupMadridfan celebrations

FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-07-20 05:25Original

Oil prices continued their rally, creating renewed pressure on the Indian rupee. Brent crude moved above $90 a barrel as hostilities between the United States and Iran escalated in the Middle East. The rupee is expected to weaken at Monday’s opening. The market reaction links the currency’s vulnerability directly to the extended rise in oil prices and the worsening U.S.-Iran confrontation.

Indian rupeeoil pricesUS-Iran conflict

RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-20 04:30Original

Veteran Labour politician Andy Burnham is expected to become Britain’s next prime minister on Monday. The popular former mayor of Greater Manchester will formally take over from Keir Starmer. Starmer announced his resignation last month, paving the way for the change in leadership without a general election. Burnham’s accession therefore represents a political transition conducted through the existing system rather than a nationwide vote.

UK politicsprime ministerLabour Party

TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-07-20 04:32Original