Global News Briefs: Typhoon Gaemi Strikes China, Blinken's Tribute, and More
This news roundup highlights key global events: Typhoon Gaemi forces evacuations in China; U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Vietnam after the death of Communist Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong; rain disrupts Paris Olympics; Israel blames Hezbollah for a rocket attack; El Chapo’s son aids in arresting Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada; and more.
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In a series of global events, Typhoon Gaemi compelled over 27,000 people in northeast China to evacuate and necessitated the suspension of hundreds of factories as it brought heavy rains and strong winds.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken honored the late Communist Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong in Vietnam, highlighting the improved relations between the two nations.
A downpour in Paris disrupted the men's street skateboarding competition and delayed tennis matches during the Summer Olympics, following a rain-soaked opening ceremony.
Israel accused Hezbollah of launching a rocket that killed 12 people on a football ground in the Golan Heights, vowing retribution against the group.
In a dramatic turn of events, the son of former Sinaloa Cartel leader 'El Chapo' Guzman helped U.S. agents arrest the elusive trafficker Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada.
Southern Iceland experienced significant infrastructure damage after a glacial flood tore apart a ring road bridge, though no injuries were reported.
The U.S. condemned a missile attack on a Druze village in Israel, which Israel blamed on Hezbollah, resulting in 11 deaths including children.
Russian warships made a routine visit to Cuba, with Havana residents watching from the shore.
In eastern Ukraine, Russia claimed control of the Lozuvatske settlement amidst ongoing heavy fighting.
In Gaza, an Israeli airstrike on a school left at least 30 Palestinians dead, targeting militants according to Israeli sources.
(With inputs from agencies.)