Simple English News Daily Friday 24th October 2025. US Russia sanctions. Ukraine drone strikes. Argentina, Cote d'Ivoire elections. Hungary Orban 'puppet'...
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Oct 23, 2025 US sanctions hit major Russian oil firms as the Ukraine conflict escalates with civilian attacks. In Latin America, Argentina braces for a tight election while Cote d'Ivoire prepares for its presidential vote. Tragic news comes from Uganda, where a bus crash claims 46 lives. Meanwhile, New Zealand sees public sector strikes for better funding, and the US grapples with perceptions of Trump's legal battles. Viktor Orban stirs controversy, alleging EU interference in Hungary, as Thailand deals with an influx of Myanmar refugees.
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Contested Fourth Term In Côte d'Ivoire
- Côte d'Ivoire's election features President Ouattara seeking a controversial fourth term after a 2016 constitution reset.
- Simone Gbagbo, former first lady, is a notable challenger returning the race to past political tensions.
Deadly Overtake Crash Near Kampala
- A fatal bus crash near Kampala killed 46 people after an overtaking manoeuvre caused the collision.
- Investigators cited risky overtaking as the primary cause, highlighting road safety issues.
Parliamentary Control At Stake In Argentina
- Argentina's mid-term elections are tight between President Javier Milei's Libertad Avanza and the Kirchnerist Peronists.
- Control of parliament is at stake and polls show a close race that could reshape governance.