Simple English News Daily Monday 27th January 2025. South Korea indictment. Israel-Hamas releases. Slovakia protests. Colombia/Mexico refuse deportees. Canada hats...
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Jan 26, 2025 Today’s world news covers the indictment of South Korea's president alongside a significant prisoner release deal between Israel and Hamas. Colombia and Mexico are defying US military deportation flights, while Slovakia witnesses major protests. On the environmental front, a remarkable underwater living record is achieved by a German man. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions rise with Rwanda's alleged support for rebel groups in the Congo and Belarus facing disputed election outcomes.
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South Korean Indictment
- South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol faces indictment for insurrection after imposing martial law.
- This could lead to a trial and potential life imprisonment, with the court deciding on his removal.
Israel-Hamas Prisoner Exchange
- Israel released 200 Palestinian prisoners and Hamas released four Israeli prisoners as part of a ceasefire.
- 70 of the released Palestinian prisoners, convicted of killing Israelis, will not be allowed to return.
Deportation Refusals
- Colombia and Mexico refused entry to US military planes deporting migrants.
- Colombian President Petro criticized the use of military planes, while Brazil condemned the handcuffing of deported Brazilians.