July 2018 Current Events: World News
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The world is a very busy place, and it's hard to stay on top of everything. Infoplease has got you covered. Here are the world news events you need to know so far for July 2018:
- Bus Crash in India
- Medics Reach Boys Trapped in Cave
- Two More Poisoned by Nerve Agent
- Firework Blast Kills 19 in Mexico City
- First Boys Emerge from the Thai Cave
- All Rescued from the Thai Cave
- Attack in Afghan City of Jalalabad
- Train Derails in Egypt
- Bomb Attack on Pakistan Election Rally
- Cuba to Recognize Private Property
- Haiti Prime Minister Resigns
- Gunmen Attack Mali Village
- Protests Spread in Iraq
- Buildings Collapse in Delhi
- Bomb Explosions in Iraq
- Shooting in Toronto
- Mosque Bombing in Nigeria
- Dam Collapse in Laos
- Bomb Attack in Pakistan
- Suicide Attacks Throughout Syria
- Bomb Explosion in Philippines
- Attack in Jalalabad
Bus Crash in India
On July 1, an overcrowded bus in India fell into a ravine, killing 48 people and wounding 11 more. The bus was carrying nearly twice the limit of passengers. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool
Medics Reach Boys Trapped in Cave
On July 3, medics reached the 12 soccer players and their coach in the Thai cave. The team was given food and medical assistance after going ten days without it. Rescuers are still attempting to brainstorm the best way out of the cave. Rain is in the forecast, creating a possibility of flooding. (BBC)
Photo Source: Krit Promsakla Na Sakolnakorn/Thai News Pix via AP
Two More Poisoned by Nerve Agent
On July 4, it was announced that the two people found unconscious in London days before had been exposed to the same nerve agent used on the ex-Russian spy in March. The attack is still under investigation. (CNN)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Matt Dunham
Firework Blast Kills 19 in Mexico City
On July 4, two firework workshop explosions killed 19 people and injured dozens more. Sales and manufacturing of fireworks in the area have been suspended. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Moises Castillo
First Boys Emerge from the Thai Cave
On July 8, 4 of the 12 boys trapped in the cave in Thailand emerged. The operation is on hold to refill the oxygen tanks, but will continue. The authorities are still racing against the rains. The rescued boys appear to have no critical injuries, but have been taken to a hospital. (CNN)
Photo Source: Royal Thai Navy via AP
All Rescued from the Thai Cave
On July 10, the remaining boys and coach left in the cave were rescued. All are currently recovering in a hospital, as parents are finally allowed to visit their children. Officials say the boys will most likely be quarantined due to their weakened immune systems. (CNN)
Photo Source: Thailand's Ministry of Health and the Chiang Rai Prachanukroh Hospital via AP
Attack in Afghan City of Jalalabad
On July 11, gunmen attacked an education department office in Jalalabad. The attack led to a four hour standoff with security forces and left ten people dead. This is the third major attack in less than two weeks in Jalalabad. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo
Train Derails in Egypt
On July 13, a train derailed in Egypt, injuring at least 58 people. Most of the injuries are minor. (Reuters)
Bomb Attack on Pakistan Election Rally
On July 13, a suicide bomber killed 128 people and wounded over 150 at a Pakistani election rally. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary
Cuba to Recognize Private Property
On July 15, it was announced that Cuba will officially recognize private property under the new constitution. The new constitution is expected to be approved next week. (BBC)
Photo Source: Adalberto Roque/Pool via AP, File
Haiti Prime Minister Resigns
On July 15, days after violent protests regarding the rise in fuel prices, Haiti’s Prime Minister Jack Guy Lafontant resigned. At least four people died during the protests. (BBC)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Dieu Nalio Chery
Gunmen Attack Mali Village
On July 16, 14 civilians died in a Mali village after gunmen attacked. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. (Reuters)
Protests Spread in Iraq
On July 17, protests in Iraq spread, leaving 8 people dead and dozens more injured. The protests began in Basra over unemployment and lack of basic services. (CNN)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Hadi Mizban
Buildings Collapse in Delhi
On July 17, an apartment block in New Delhi collapsed into a nearby building, killing three people. Rescuers are still looking for survivors. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Dar Yasin
Bomb Explosions in Iraq
On July 18, sever bombs exploded in Kirkuk, wounding 11 people. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Emad Matti
Shooting in Toronto
On July 22, a gunman opened fire in Toronto, killing 2 people and injuring 12 others. The gunman has been reported dead, though it is not clear whether it was from a self-inflicted wound or from police. A motive for the attack has not been identified. (CNN)
Mosque Bombing in Nigeria
On July 23, 8 people were killed after a bomb went off in a Nigerian mosque. Seven other people have been injured by the suicide bomb. So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the attack. (CNN)
Dam Collapse in Laos
On July 24, a dam collapsed in Laos, stranding 3,000 people in nearby villages. At least 19 people died from the flooding, but rescuers have safely removed the 3,000 who were stranded. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Hau Dinh
Bomb Attack in Pakistan
On July 25, a suicide bomber detonated a bomb outside a polling station in Quetta. The explosion left at least 31 people dead. There have been minor attacks elsewhere throughout the country as people try to vote. (BBC)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Anjum Naveed
Suicide Attacks Throughout Syria
On July 25, various suicide bombers and gun attacks in southern Syria left over 50 people dead. The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attacks. (BBC)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Ariel Schalit
Bomb Explosion in Philippines
On July 30, 11 people died after a bomb exploded in a van in southern Philippines. The attack took place at a military checkpoint and the Islamic State has claimed responsibility. (Reuters)
Photo Source: AP Photo/Christine Garcia
Attack in Jalalabad
On July 31, suicide bombers and gunmen attacked a government building in Jalalabad, killing 15 people. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. (BBC)
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