Simple English News Daily Tuesday 9th December 2025. Cambodia Thailand fighting. Japan tsunami. Nigeria freed children. Benin Nigeria coup. Brazil art theft...
Dec 8, 2025
Tensions escalate as Thailand launches airstrikes into Cambodia, reigniting conflict. A tsunami warning disrupts Japan after a strong quake. In Nigeria, around 100 schoolchildren have been freed, but many are still missing. A coup attempt in Benin sees Nigeria stepping in with military support. In Brazil, thieves pilfer valuable Matisse artworks during an exhibition. European leaders debate peace strategies for Ukraine, while a Lithuanian politician faces fines for antisemitism. A project to revive ancient Celtic language sparks interest.
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Border Conflict Escalates Between Neighbours
- Fighting resumed after Thailand said its troops came under fire and launched airstrikes into Cambodia.
- The Thai Army aims to "cripple Cambodia's military capability for a long time" according to General Chai Pruk Dungprapat.
Japan Faces Major Earthquake And Tsunami Risk
- A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck 80km off Japan and prompted tsunami warnings.
- Authorities warned of waves up to 3m and ordered evacuations in Hokkaido, Aomori and Iwate prefectures.
Partial Release After School Kidnapping
- Nigeria announced 100 schoolchildren freed from a November mass kidnapping at St. Mary's Catholic School.
- Officials did not say whether releases followed negotiations, ransom payments or military action, and 150 children remain captive.