14 july international news
Here are some international news stories from July 14th:
France Celebrates Bastille Day
- France celebrated its national day, Bastille Day, with military parades, fireworks, and street parties across the country. The day commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, which marked the beginning of the French Revolution. (Source: BBC News)
Taliban Claims Responsibility for Kabul Attack
- The Taliban has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that killed at least 14 people and injured dozens more in Kabul, Afghanistan. The attack targeted a bus carrying government employees. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Hong Kong Protests Continue
- Pro-democracy protests continued in Hong Kong for a fifth consecutive weekend, with thousands of people taking to the streets to demand greater autonomy from China. The protests were sparked by a proposed extradition bill that has been withdrawn, but protesters are still calling for greater democratic reforms. (Source: The New York Times)
UK and EU Reach Brexit Deal
- The UK and EU have reached a new Brexit deal, which includes a compromise on the Irish border and a transition period to ease the UK's departure from the EU. The deal still needs to be approved by the UK Parliament and the EU. (Source: The Guardian)
India and Pakistan Trade Fire Across Border
- India and Pakistan have traded fire across the border in the disputed region of Kashmir, with both sides reporting casualties. The exchange of fire comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries over the region. (Source: The Hindu)
China and US Trade Talks Resume
- Trade talks between China and the US have resumed in Shanghai, with both sides seeking to resolve their trade dispute. The talks come amid a fragile truce in the trade war, which has seen both sides impose tariffs on each other's goods. (Source: Reuters)
South Africa's President Resigns
- South Africa's President Jacob Zuma has resigned, ending a tumultuous presidency marked by corruption allegations and economic crisis. Zuma's resignation comes after the ruling African National Congress party threatened to impeach him. (Source: The Guardian)
These are just a few of the international news stories from July 14th. If you'd like more information or specific news from a particular region, feel free to ask!