Simple English News Daily Tuesday 13th May 2025. Turkiye PKK disbands. Israel hostage freed. Russia Ukraine talks. Philippines elections. Argentina Nazi material...
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May 12, 2025 Today’s global news covers significant events like the disbandment of the PKK in Turkey, impacting Kurdish politics. An Israeli-American soldier was freed, while the Philippines saw a surprising electoral comeback for Rodrigo Duterte. Meanwhile, China and the US agreed to pause tariffs amid ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Other highlights include the arrival of South African refugees in the US and the unsettling rediscovery of Nazi materials in Argentina. A whirlwind of political shifts and international developments shape today’s headlines.
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PKK Disbands After Decades
- The PKK's disbandment marks the end of nearly 40 years of conflict in Turkey involving over 40,000 deaths.
- This move signals a shift towards resolving the Kurdish issue through democratic politics rather than armed insurgency.
Gaza Hostage Crisis and Starvation
- Israeli-American captive Idan Alexander was freed, but 59 hostages remain in Gaza, with only 24 believed alive.
- Half a million people in Gaza face starvation due to halted aid for over two months.
Philippines Political Rivalry
- Rodrigo Duterte won mayoral election despite imprisonment abroad on serious accusations.
- Political rivalry defines Philippine elections, with Duterte and Marcos families competing for power.