Simple English News Daily Tuesday 23rd September 2025. Russia NATO Security Council. Italy protests. Egypt mass grave. Botswana athletics...
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Sep 22, 2025 This installment highlights rising tensions as Russia complicates NATO airspace. Italy is struck by significant protests over Gaza, while groundbreaking news comes from Egypt with a mass grave discovery. Botswana celebrates its 4x400m athletic victory! On the diplomatic front, France officially recognizes Palestine amid Brazil's protests against a potential Bolsonaro pardon. Meanwhile, Israel reacts to new recognition moves, and a fascinating note emerges about leopard-shark mating filmed off New Caledonia.
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Large-Scale Italy Protests Disrupt The Country
- Tens of thousands protested across Italy against the war in Gaza, causing nationwide strikes and major disruption.
- Trade unions shut transport, roads and ports, showing large-scale organised opposition to the conflict.
NATO Warns Over Russian Airspace Incursions
- NATO members raised alarm after Russian drones or aircraft entered NATO airspace three times in two weeks.
- Poland and the UK signalled they would confront Russian aircraft, raising tensions at the UN Security Council.
Mass Grave Reveals Sinai Civilian Toll
- A mass grave believed to hold hundreds was found in Egypt's Sinai amid a decade of fighting with IS-linked militants.
- The Sinai Foundation for Human Rights is investigating deaths and disappearances of civilians during the conflict.