Simple English News Daily Wednesday 25th June 2025. Israel Iran ceasefire. New Zealand gold visas. Egypt tobacco. Ukraine Russian bodies. Italy Bezos wedding...
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Jun 24, 2025 A significant ceasefire agreement has been reached between Israel and Iran, easing escalating tensions. New Zealand revises its Golden Visa program, attracting prospective investors. The podcast also discusses sobering civilian casualties in Sudan and rising tobacco-related deaths in Egypt. In Ukraine, ongoing conflicts lead to serious humanitarian issues, including child deportations. Meanwhile, the NATO summit underscores calls for peace, and Jeff Bezos' wedding is relocated amid protests. Additionally, environmental concerns arise with sea algae impacting Caribbean tourism.
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Fragile Israel-Iran Ceasefire
- The Israel-Iran ceasefire was fragile with both sides quickly violating it after announcement.
- Both nations continued attacks before recommitting to ceasefire, showing the conflict's complexity.
New Zealand's Accessible Golden Visa
- New Zealand's revised Golden Visa requires half the previous investment and drastically reduced residency time.
- The demand surged quickly with many applications from the US, China, and Hong Kong.
Sudan's Ethnic Violence Crisis
- Sudan's civil war features ethnically motivated attacks and repeated civilian bombings.
- The conflict intensifies ethnic violence against groups such as Zagawa, Mazalit, and Fir people.