Simple English News Daily Tuesday 24th February 2026. Mexico El Mencho. Venezuela amnesty. Chad Sudan border. South Africa Mugabe. North Korea leader...
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Feb 23, 2026 A fast tour of major global stories in clear, simple English. Reports on a powerful Mexican cartel leader's death and the unrest that followed. Coverage of border closures in Chad and political arrests in South Africa. Updates from Asia on a long-serving leader and a tragic Nepal bus crash. Notes on UK legal drama and awards controversy, plus new leadership in the Netherlands and a curious Italian display.
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Venezuela Amnesty Seen As Too Narrow By Rights Groups
- Venezuela approved an amnesty law to release some political prisoners but rights groups say it is too limited.
- Critics warn hundreds of political detainees will remain jailed because the law does not cover many cases.
Chad Closes Border To Stop Sudan Conflict Spillover
- Chad closed its border with Sudan after clashes that killed five Chadian soldiers near the town of Tine.
- The government framed the closure as protecting citizens, refugees and territorial integrity from spillover of Sudan's fighting.
Robert Mugabe's Son Arrested In Johannesburg
- Bellamine Mugabe, Robert Mugabe's youngest son, was arrested in Johannesburg and charged with attempted murder after an alleged shooting.
- He and his bodyguard face additional charges including illegal firearm possession and being in South Africa illegally.