Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. July 17, 2024

Summary

Israel strikes a major blow against Hamas military leaders. Trump survives assassination attempt, wins Republican nomination and selects Vance as running mate.

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• Key points:
• Israel dropped eight tonnes of bombs to kill top Hamas commanders, including the commander of Hamas's Khan Younis brigade, the Israeli military said.
• The rift between former President Trump and President Biden is gradually widening following the failed attack on Trump and his nomination as the Republican candidate for presidency.
• Europe fears weaker ties with US if Trump-Vance wins the Presidential Elections.

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