Announcing new builds for 20 July 2026

Microsoft has released new Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds for the Beta, Experimental, and Release Preview channels on 20 July 2026. In separate geopolitical developments, the U.S. conducted a series of strikes against Iran over the weekend and announced additional operations today. Furthermore, the reinstated blockade of Iranian ports is currently approaching the one-week mark. These updates cover both the latest software developments from Windows and ongoing military actions involving the United States and Iran.