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The people of 16 July
4 people in 4 stories, 38 deaths recorded, 2025
Sheikh Hasina
Prime Minister of Bangladesh (1996–2001; 2009–2024)
The Bangladesh military clashes with supporters of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina in Gopalganj District, leading to four deaths and many others injured.
Conflict · 16 Jul
Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
The Shas party quits the Netanyahu cabinet due to disagreements over Haredi Jews conscription exemptions from military service in Israel, but remains in the governing coalition.
Politics · 16 Jul
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
U.S. president Donald Trump signs into law the HALT Fentanyl Act, reclassifying all fentanyl-related substances, including synthetic drugs, as Schedule I controlled substances.
Crime & Justice · 16 Jul
Jennifer Geerlings-Simons
President of Suriname since 2025
Jennifer Geerlings-Simons is sworn in as the first female president of Suriname.
Politics · 16 Jul
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