Current Affairs July 2021

Here are some significant current affairs events that occurred in July 2021:

1. Tokyo Olympics: The 2020 Summer Olympics, which were delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, took place in Tokyo, Japan, from July 23 to August 8, 2021. The event featured a wide range of sports and showcased athletes from around the world.
2. Euro 2020: The UEFA European Football Championship, commonly known as Euro 2020, was held from June 11 to July 11, 2021. The tournament, originally scheduled for 2020, took place across various cities in Europe, and Italy emerged as the champions by defeating England in the final.
3. Haiti’s President Assassination: On July 7, 2021, Haiti’s President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in his residence by a group of gunmen. This event led to political instability and a state of emergency in the country.
4. Extreme Weather Events: July 2021 witnessed various extreme weather events worldwide. Germany and Belgium experienced devastating floods that resulted in the loss of lives and extensive damage. Additionally, record-breaking heatwaves were observed in North America, including parts of the United States and Canada.
5. COVID-19 Updates: The COVID-19 pandemic continued to affect countries globally in July 2021. Vaccination efforts were underway, and many countries faced challenges in managing the spread of the virus and its variants.
6. Space Tourism: In July 2021, Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic successfully completed its first fully crewed suborbital spaceflight, marking a milestone in the emerging field of space tourism.

Please note that the events listed above are not exhaustive, and there may be other significant events that occurred in July 2021.