Simple English News Daily Thursday 15th May 2025. EU text disclosure. Russia watchdog head sentenced. France attempted kidnapping. Libya ceasefire...
May 14, 2025
Today's global news covers intriguing developments like a landmark EU transparency ruling and a shocking kidnapping attempt in France. Tensions escalate between India and China, while Russia faces political hurdles with a watchdog head sentenced. In Peru, there are significant political shifts after a resignation, and lunar exploration gets a boost with a new GPS technology. Additionally, Libya's ceasefire efforts continue amidst ever-changing political dynamics.
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EU Court Champions Transparency
- The EU General Court annulled the refusal to disclose texts between its President and Pfizer's CEO during COVID-19.
- This highlights growing demands for transparency in pandemic vaccine deals within the EU.
Russia Cracks Down on Watchdog
- Russia sentenced election watchdog head Grigory Melconyans to five years for ties to an undesirable group.
- Human rights groups see this as part of a broader crackdown on Russia's civil society.
Crypto Industry Faces Violence Risks
- In Paris, masked gang attempted to kidnap daughter of a crypto businessman, a third such attack recently.
- This indicates increased targeting of wealthy crypto industry figures.