Simple English News Daily Tuesday 17th June 2025. Nigeria attack. Israel-Iran war. Togo French media. Cambodia-Thai border. UK grooming. Europe heatwave. Canada G7...
Jun 16, 2025
A deadly attack in Nigeria sets a grim tone as tensions rise between Israel and Iran. Meanwhile, UK authorities confront a major inquiry into child exploitation, while Europe faces a record-breaking heatwave. Political shifts in Togo and border disputes in Southeast Asia also make headlines. On a lighter note, a Colombian senator's health crisis and an innovative solution for diaper waste spark discussions about global health and sustainability. This mix of urgent issues and creative solutions offers a compelling look at today's world.
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Complex Conflicts in Nigeria
- Nigeria faces deadly conflicts between land-owning farmers and nomadic herders, often crossing with Islamist jihadist violence.
- Religious tensions also complicate these violent attacks, affecting community safety significantly.
Togo Suspends French Media
- Togo suspended French state-funded media RFI and France 24 for three months citing impartiality issues.
- Coverage of protests against leader Faure Esosimna, accused of a constitutional power grab, triggered the suspension.
Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict
- Israel and Iran exchange missile and drone fire, marking the fifth day of conflict with heavy casualties on both sides.
- Israel ordered a major evacuation in Tehran after targeting an Iranian state media building during a live broadcast.