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Major Events of July 2013: Key Historical Moments from the Month

Each month is marked by defining moments that shape the course of history. Whether through political shifts, cultural movements, or world-changing events, these periods leave a lasting impression. Dive into the most important events from July 2013 and discover how they influenced the world both then and now.

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Major Events of July 2013: Key Historical Moments from the Month

  • 01 Jul 2013 Mass Protests Against President Morsi in Egypt: Approximately 15 million Egyptians participated in nationwide demonstrations calling for the resignation of President Mohammed Morsi, reflecting deep political tensions and public dissatisfaction with the Muslim Brotherhood-led government.
  • 02 Jul 2013 Egyptian Protests and Political Turmoil: Intense protests near Cairo University resulted in at least 16 deaths and over 200 injuries. In a significant political development, Egyptian Foreign Minister Mohamed Kamel Amr resigned along with five other ministers. President Mohammed Morsi remained defiant, vowing to stay in office despite escalating tensions.
  • 03 Jul 2013 Egyptian Military Removes President Morsi: On July 3rd, 2013, the Egyptian military removed President Mohamed Morsi from office following massive nationwide protests demanding his resignation. Adly Mansour, the president of the Supreme Constitutional Court, was declared the acting president until new elections could be held.
  • 04 Jul 2013 Nelson Mandela in Critical Condition: Nelson Mandela, the iconic former South African President, was reported to be in a 'permanent vegetative' state, with doctors advising his family about potential end-of-life care.
  • 05 Jul 2013 Deadly Clashes in Egypt Following Morsi's Removal: Violent confrontations between supporters and opponents of former President Mohammed Morsi resulted in 52 deaths and over 2,500 injuries. The Egyptian Army engaged in direct conflict with pro-Morsi protesters, escalating the political crisis.
  • 06 Jul 2013 Asiana Airlines Flight 214 Crash: Asiana Airlines Flight 214, a Boeing 777, crash-landed at San Francisco International Airport, resulting in 3 fatalities and 181 injuries among the 307 passengers. This was the first fatal incident involving a Boeing 777 since its market introduction in 1995.
  • 07 Jul 2013 Egyptian Coup Aftermath Protests: Following the 2013 military coup that removed President Mohamed Morsi from power, opponents of the deposed leader called for demonstrations, signaling significant political unrest in Egypt.
  • 08 Jul 2013 NASA Curiosity Mars Rover Begins Mount Sharp Mission: NASA's Curiosity Mars Rover commenced its groundbreaking mission, driving towards Mount Sharp on the Martian surface, representing a significant milestone in space exploration and scientific research.
  • 09 Jul 2013 Egyptian Military Coup Removes President Morsi: Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi was ousted in a military coup led by General Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, marking a significant turning point in Egypt's political landscape and triggering a period of substantial political instability.
  • 10 Jul 2013 Malala Yousafzai UN Speech: Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani activist for female education, delivered a powerful speech at the United Nations, advocating for the importance of education for all children worldwide.
  • 11 Jul 2013 Ireland's Abortion Legislation: The Irish parliament's lower house passed the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill, legalizing abortion when a woman's health is at serious risk, marking a significant moment in Irish reproductive rights.
  • 12 Jul 2013 Malala Yousafzai at UN Headquarters: Malala Yousafzai, the young Pakistani education activist, visited the UN Headquarters in New York City on her 16th birthday, delivering a powerful address advocating for education rights.
  • 13 Jul 2013 George Zimmerman Acquitted in Trayvon Martin Case: George Zimmerman was found not guilty of murdering Trayvon Martin, a controversial trial that sparked nationwide discussions about racial profiling and self-defense laws.
  • 14 Jul 2013 Zimmerman Verdict Protests: Nationwide protests erupted across American cities following George Zimmerman's acquittal in the Trayvon Martin shooting case, highlighting ongoing racial tensions and justice concerns.
  • 15 Jul 2013 Obama Calls for Calm After Zimmerman Verdict: President Obama urged national calm following George Zimmerman's acquittal in the Trayvon Martin case, acknowledging the legal process while recognizing the tragedy. The NAACP called for a civil rights investigation.
  • 16 Jul 2013 Mass Child Poisoning at Indian School: A tragic incident occurred in eastern India where 27 children died and 25 others were hospitalized after consuming a contaminated school lunch. Initial investigations suggest that a jar previously used to store insecticide was mistakenly used for cooking oil, leading to fatal organophosphorus poisoning.
  • 17 Jul 2013 Egypt Protests Against EU Envoys: Protests erupted in Egypt when European Union envoys visited the country, demonstrating against the removal of President Mohamed Morsi from power.
  • 18 Jul 2013 Detroit Municipal Bankruptcy: The city of Detroit filed for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection, marking the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history with approximately $18.5-$20 billion in debt. This historic financial collapse highlighted the severe economic challenges facing the once-thriving industrial metropolis.
  • 19 Jul 2013 Muslim Brotherhood Calls for Protests: Two weeks after Mohamed Morsi's removal from the presidency, the Muslim Brotherhood mobilized its supporters to organize large-scale rallies across Egypt, reflecting ongoing political tensions.
  • 20 Jul 2013 Gansu Province Earthquakes: Two devastating earthquakes struck Gansu province in China, resulting in at least 89 fatalities and over 500 injuries, causing significant regional destruction.
  • 21 Jul 2013 Mass Prison Break in Iraq: Hundreds of al-Qaeda prisoners escaped from two Iraqi prisons during coordinated armed raids, representing a significant security breach and potential threat to regional stability.
  • 22 Jul 2013 Birth of Prince George of Cambridge: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, gave birth to Prince George Alexander Louis, a healthy boy who is third in line to the British throne. This royal birth was a significant moment for the British monarchy and attracted global media attention.
  • 23 Jul 2013 Violent Clashes in Cairo Following Morsi's Ouster: Nine people were killed in Cairo, Egypt, as supporters and opponents of former President Mohamed Morsi engaged in violent confrontations, reflecting the deep political divisions in the country following the military coup.
  • 24 Jul 2013 Santiago de Compostela Train Derailment: A high-speed train derailed while rounding a curve near Santiago de Compostela, Spain, traveling at 190 km/h (120 mph) in an area with an 80 km/h (50 mph) speed limit. The catastrophic accident resulted in 78 passenger fatalities and over 140 injuries, marking one of Spain's most devastating rail disasters since the 2004 Madrid bombings.
  • 25 Jul 2013 Syrian Civil War Death Toll Reaches Grim Milestone: The United Nations reported that the ongoing civil war in Syria has claimed over 100,000 lives, marking a devastating humanitarian crisis.
  • 26 Jul 2013 Ariel Castro Sentenced for Cleveland Kidnappings: Ariel Castro, 53, was sentenced to life imprisonment without parole for kidnapping three women in Cleveland between 2002 and 2004, following a plea agreement with prosecutors.
  • 27 Jul 2013 Egyptian Coup Aftermath: Violent Protests in Cairo: In the aftermath of the 2013 Egyptian coup d'état, violent protests erupted in Cairo, resulting in a brutal crackdown by security forces. Over 100 people were killed and approximately 1,500 were injured during the confrontations, marking a significant moment of political turmoil in Egypt's recent history.
  • 28 Jul 2013 Pope Francis Leads World Youth Day Closing Mass: Pope Francis presided over the closing Mass of World Youth Day 2013 at Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach, drawing an estimated crowd of 3 million. This significant religious event showcased the Pope's global appeal and the Catholic Church's engagement with youth.
  • 29 Jul 2013 Deadly Car Bombings in Iraq: During the Iraqi insurgency, a devastating wave of 12 car bombs targeted Shiite communities, resulting in at least 44 fatalities. This attack underscored the ongoing sectarian violence and instability in the region.
  • 30 Jul 2013 US Facilitates Israeli-Palestinian Peace Negotiations: US Secretary of State John Kerry announced that Israeli and Palestinian officials had agreed to resume peace negotiations, offering a potential diplomatic breakthrough in the long-standing conflict.
  • 31 Jul 2013 Corruption Findings in New South Wales: The Independent Commission Against Corruption in New South Wales, Australia, concluded that former Ministers Ian Macdonald and Eddie Obeid acted corruptly, recommending criminal charges be brought against them.