Simple English News Daily Friday 21st November 2025. Ukraine US-Russia proposal. UK Russian lasers. France Grok investigation. Spain Franco. Brazil COP fire...
Nov 21, 2025
A new US-Russia proposal for peace in Ukraine is stirring discussions. The UK warns of Russian spy ships using lasers against RAF pilots, raising security concerns. In France, an investigation into a chatbot for Holocaust denial is underway. Meanwhile, Spain marks the anniversary of Franco's death discreetly. Tensions rise with deadly Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, while Cuba faces worsening power cuts. Nigeria's top separatist leader receives a life sentence, and Madagascar reveals a giant emerald rock!
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Controversial Peace Plan Excludes Ukraine
- A US-Russia written peace plan reportedly pressures Ukraine to cede territory and limit its military capacity.
- European ministers argue Ukraine and Europe must be involved and not forced into unilateral concessions.
Russian Spy Ship Uses Lasers Over UK Waters
- The UK says the Russian ship Yantar used lasers to try to blind RAF pilots near UK waters.
- Britain has tracked the vessel with a frigate and P-8 planes and warned Russia it is ready if the ship moves south.
Alleged Chinese Recruitment Targeted Parliament
- The UK government alleges Chinese intelligence officers tried to recruit thousands linked to Parliament.
- The claim raises concerns about foreign influence targeting British political institutions.