Simple English News Daily Friday 11th July 2025. Houthi attacks. Bangladesh Hasina charge. Russia MH17 responsible. UK France migrant deal. Guatemala earthquakes...
Jul 11, 2025
In a whirlwind of global events, the podcast covers Yemen's Houthi attacks and the devastating impact of Israeli airstrikes in Gaza. Bangladesh faces legal troubles with former Prime Minister Hasina amid unrest. The European Court holds Russia accountable for the MH17 tragedy while missile attacks on Ukraine continue. A new UK-France migration policy is introduced, reshaping their approach. Health crises like cholera in the DRC and earthquakes in Guatemala highlight ongoing struggles, yet there's a silver lining with Barbie's new doll representing children with diabetes.
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Houthi Attacks Sink Civilian Ships
- Yemen's Houthi movement attacked and sank two civilian cargo ships in the Red Sea this week, causing deaths and kidnappings.
- Survivors included those who spent 48 hours in the sea before rescue, highlighting the attack's severity.
Gaza Airstrikes Impact Civilians
- Israeli airstrikes in Gaza recently killed at least 82 people, including 10 children near a health clinic.
- Israel targeted a Hamas terrorist but regretted any harm caused to civilians, showing the conflict's complexity.
Hasina Charged and Exiled
- Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was charged with crimes against humanity due to suppressing protests causing over 1,000 deaths.
- Hasina has been in exile in India since resigning, marking a major political development.