Global News: Rescue Efforts, Political Tensions, and International Incidents

This summary covers various global news briefs, including Xi Jinping's call for rescue efforts after a bridge collapse, Israeli settlers courting Republican religious support, and Cyprus marking 50 years since its division. Other news includes a massive meth lab bust in South Africa, a tanker fire in Malaysia, Russia's tariff hike on 'unfriendly' countries, Vietnam's state funeral for a communist leader, Trump's rally post-assassination attempt, Papua New Guinea's air force exercises, and Bangladesh's army deployment amid protests.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-07-2024 18:30 IST | Created: 20-07-2024 18:30 IST
Global News: Rescue Efforts, Political Tensions, and International Incidents
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China's President Xi Jinping has called for comprehensive rescue efforts following a highway bridge collapse in Shaanxi province, which resulted in 11 fatalities. The incident was caused by a flash flood, state media reported.

In the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Jewish settlers are strengthening ties with U.S. Republicans to resist international pressure for a Palestinian state. Ruth Lieberman recently hosted conservative Senator Mike Lee, reflecting this political alliance.

Cyprus commemorated 50 years since its division, with Greek Cypriots mourning and Turkish Cypriots celebrating, highlighting ongoing ethnic tensions.

South African authorities uncovered a large-scale meth lab, leading to one of the country's biggest drug busts. Four suspects, including two Mexicans, have been arrested.

The Malaysian coast guard is tracking an oil tanker involved in a recent collision and subsequent fire. The tanker has reportedly turned off its tracking system and left the accident site.

In response to sanctions, Russia has increased import tariffs on consumer goods from countries perceived as 'unfriendly.' This move follows a significant drop in imports from these nations.

Vietnam will hold a state funeral for its late Communist Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong next week, with two days of national mourning.

Donald Trump will hold his first campaign rally after surviving an assassination attempt, appearing with Vice President pick J.D. Vance in Michigan.

Papua New Guinea's emerging air force is participating in international military exercises alongside U.S. and Australian jets, enhancing defense ties.

The Bangladesh army has been deployed in Dhaka to enforce a curfew amid student protests against government job quotas, which have turned deadly.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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