Simple English News Daily Tuesday 4th November 2025. Mexico Mayor. US Venezuela. Israel lawyer. Afghanistan earthquake. Nepal avalanche. Tanzania inauguration...
Nov 3, 2025
Today's discussion highlights the shocking assassination of a Mexican mayor amid cartel violence. Tensions rise as the US navigates its military stance regarding Venezuela. A significant earthquake rattles northern Afghanistan, causing extensive damage. In Nepal, a tragic avalanche claims the lives of climbers on Mount Yalung-ri. Protesters disrupt Tanzania's presidential inauguration, and Nigeria looks for US assistance against Islamist groups. A Spanish president resigns after handling floods poorly, while a British teen finds freedom after a drug case in Georgia.
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Mayor Killed During Public Festival
- The mayor of Uruapan, Carlos Alberto Manzo Rodriguez, was shot while attending Day of the Dead celebrations despite police protection.
- One attacker was killed and two were arrested at the scene, underscoring Mexico's violent cartel conflicts.
Tension Without Open War
- President Donald Trump said he does not think the US will go to war with Venezuela despite military build-up in the Caribbean.
- The US continues strikes on small boats accused of transporting drugs, which Venezuela and Colombia call illegal.
Senior Israeli Lawyer Arrested Over Leak
- Yifat Toma Yerushalmi, the Israeli military's most senior lawyer, admitted leaking footage of Palestinian prisoners being abused to counter claims of false propaganda.
- She was arrested and charged with abuse of office and obstruction of justice after the admission.