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U.S. launches more strikes on Iran as standoff over Strait of Hormuz escalates

The U.S. military said it has launched another round of strikes against Iran “to degrade their ability to attack commercial ships freely transiting the Strait of Hormuz.” The strikes, which took place overnight and into early Monday (July 13, 2026) in Iran, came after attacks by the military on Sunday morning in response to an Iranian strike on a container ship in the critical waterway the day before.

At least 27 killed as fire breaks out at pub in Bangkok

A huge fire engulfed a pub in Bangkok early on Monday morning (July 13, 2026), killing at least 27 people before firefighters brought the blaze under control, officials said. Thailand Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

India discusses agricultural collaboration with Taliban government of Afghanistan

The Taliban administration of Afghanistan has expressed its desire to enhance agricultural cooperation with India, covering areas such as agricultural trade, infrastructure development and irrigation, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday (July 12, 2026). In a statement, the MEA said the discussions took place during the six-day (July 7-12) visit of Abdullah Omari, the Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock of the Taliban administration.

Wimbledon final: Sinner outclasses Zverev to retain All England crown

Like a skilled mason bringing down a well-hardened wall brick by brick, Jannik Sinner dismantled Alexander Zverev 6-7(7), 7-6(2), 6-3, 6-4 to win his second straight Wimbledon and fifth Grand Slam title. The triumph made Sinner the fourth man in the last 25 years to defend the crown at the All England Club after Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz.

ISRO successfully carries out tests of Gaganyaan crew module systems

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday (July 12, 2026) said it had successfully carried out three major tests of the Gaganyaan crew module systems. The first test pertained to ensuring an upright position for the crew module after splashdown in the sea, considered one of the most important crew safety requirements.

Nine-year-old girl among five killed in Israeli fire and airstrikes in Gaza

Israeli fire in Gaza on Sunday (July 12, 2026) killed at least five Palestinians, including a 9-year-old girl, and wounded others, according to local health officials. A drone strike on a blacksmith shop in Gaza City’s Sabra neighbourhood killed at least four Palestinians and wounded another, according to officials at Shifa hospital, where the casualties were taken.

India, Canada conclude third round of talks on proposed trade pact

India and Canada concluded the third round of negotiations for the proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Ottawa on Friday (July 10, 2026) as the two sides look to wind up the talks this year itself. The issues that figured in the five-day talks include trade in goods, services, intellectual property, rules of origin, sanitary and phytosanitary measures, and technical barriers to trade, among others.

MEA says 10 Indians rescued, one missing after vessel attacked off Oman

The Ministry of External Affairs on Sunday (July 12, 2026) said that of the 11 Indians onboard the commercial vessel attacked off the coast of Oman, 10 have been rescued, while one still remains missing. In a statement condemning the attack on commercial vessel GFS Galaxy, the MEA said India’s Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation.

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passes away at 71

U.S. ‌Senator Lindsey ​Graham ⁠passed away at the age of 71 ‌after ⁠a ⁠brief and sudden ​illness, ‌the communications director for ‌his ​office ‌said early on ​Sunday (July 12, 2026). Mr. Graham, a prominent Republican ⁠senator from South Carolina and a key ally of U.S. President Trump, died on ‌Saturday ‌evening, the office said in a ‌post on X.

New voters have to also submit parents’ SIR details for inclusion in electoral rolls

It’s not only existing voters not covered in previous Special Intensive Revision (SIR) who have to submit their parents’ SIR details to remain on the electoral rolls, but also the new applicants seeking inclusion in the voter list, according to EC officials. By issuing instructions, the Election Commission (EC) has made it mandatory to attach SIR details of parents for new voters filling Form 6 for inclusion in the electoral rolls.

U.S., U.K., and 12 other nations reaffirm 2016 ruling invalidating China’s claims in South China Sea

The United States, the United Kingdom and a dozen other Western and Asian countries reasserted on Sunday (July 12, 2026) that China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea are illegal based on a 2016 arbitration ruling. A joint statement issued by the nations said they rejected “destabilising” actions in the disputed waters that threaten regional peace.

Vietnam arrests speedboat captain after deadly capsize

Vietnamese police arrested on Sunday (July 12, 2026) the captain of a speedboat that capsized near southern Phu Quoc island, killing 15 Indian tourists, authorities said. Police in southern An Giang province said they arrested the 57-year-old captain of the boat for “violations of laws” resulting in the capsize.

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia express concern over escalation in West Asia conflict

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have expressed concern over the escalation of the conflict in West Asia and said that the recent clashes between the U.S. and Iran threaten regional peace and stability. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, held a telephone conversation on Saturday (July 11, 2026), a day after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held separate talks with the leaders of Iran and Qatar in an effort to revive the stalled U.S.-Iran negotiations.