Simple English News Daily Wednesday 16th July 2025. Syria fighting. Israel Lebanon strike. US Powell 'stupid'. Peru miners relax. Ghana cocoa down. Slovakia block...
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Jul 15, 2025 Discover the latest on the Syrian conflict, with clashes between Bedouin and Druze communities, and hear about miraculous survival stories from capsized boats in Indonesia. A centenarian runner steals hearts, while political tensions brew in the U.S. Protests unfold in Peru, and challenges loom over cocoa production in Ghana. Tensions rise with Ukraine's dealings with the U.S. and significant historical items return to Pompeii. Plus, emotional stories and global social issues round out a captivating news journey.
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Complex Syria-Druze-Israel Conflict
- Syria's Sueda city fighting involves Druze militias resisting the Syrian army despite a ceasefire announcement.
- Israel strikes target Syrian government forces and Hezbollah, complicating local control dynamics.
Indonesia Boat Capsize Survival
- Eighteen people survived a boat capsizing in Indonesia.
- Eleven swam over six hours to reach an island, showing remarkable endurance.
Centenarian Marathoner Fauja Singh
- Fauja Singh, a British Indian runner, began marathon running at age 89.
- He became famous for running marathons well past 100 years old before his death at 114.