The people of 20 July

Sir Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and is succeeded by Andy Burnham.

Politics · 20 Jul · with Andy Burnham

U.S. president Donald Trump signs another executive order imposing 50% tariffs on many Canadian goods, including USMCA-covered products, citing alleged discriminatory trade practices. The duties take effect in 30 days, with exemptions for energy, potash, and products under sector-specific tariffs.

Business · 20 Jul

Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader, replacing former leader Yahya Sinwar.

Conflict · 20 Jul · with Yahya Sinwar

Santomean president Carlos Vila Nova wins re-election with 55.94% of the vote, while his main opposition candidate Nito Abreu comes second with 41.42% of the vote.

Politics · 20 Jul · with Nito Abreu

Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian says that Iran is in a "full-scale war".

Conflict · 20 Jul

Indian riot police baton-charge protesters marching toward the Parliament House in New Delhi over irregularities involving the NEET. Thousands demand education minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, while Delhi Police restrict internet access and say the demonstration lacked permission.

Politics · 20 Jul

Nicaraguan co-president Daniel Ortega announces that the country will hold no further elections in order to "build a wall" against the political opposition.

Politics · 20 Jul

A federal court in New York, U.S., sentences Sinaloa Cartel co-founder El Mayo to life imprisonment and orders $15 billion in forfeiture after he pled guilty to charges related to leading the cartel.

Crime & Justice · 20 Jul