On , the world was deeply immersed in the COVID-19 pandemic, with international focus shifting toward economic recovery, social justice, and navigating the new normal. Key Highlights of 21 July 2020:
The Desert Locust situation remained critical, with swarms causing damage in Somalia and breeding in Yemen, threatening food security.
The day was marked by a sense of exhaustion ("I'm tired") for many involved in ongoing activism or pandemic response, alongside a push to "build back better" through technological and green initiatives in Europe. Black Lives Matter: The emotional toll of speaking up