Simple English News Daily Monday 16th December 2024. S Korea impeachment. Australia drug ring. Ireland embassy closed. Rwanda / DRC no meeting. Libya refinery fire...
Dec 15, 2024
In today's roundup, South Korea's President faces impeachment over martial law attempts. Australia tackles serious drug issues linked to Indonesia. Political unrest arises with Israel's embassy closure in Ireland. Meanwhile, a major fire disrupts operations at a Libyan refinery. Brazil experiences upheaval with a coup arrest. Spain sees significant governmental changes, as France welcomes a new Prime Minister. Plus, there are concerns over environmental damage from an oil spill in Russia and intriguing research connecting daily exercise to better memory.
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Bali Nine Return
- The remaining "Bali Nine" drug ring members returned to Australia after 19 years in Indonesian prisons.
- Prime Minister Albanese thanked Indonesia while acknowledging the seriousness of their offenses.
Israel-Ireland Relations
- Israel plans to close its embassy in Ireland, citing Ireland's support for a petition accusing Israel of genocide.
- Ireland's leader, Simon Harris, supports a two-state solution.
Rwanda-DRC Conflict
- A planned meeting between Rwanda and DRC leaders to discuss the M23 rebellion was cancelled.
- Congo accuses Rwanda of supporting the rebels.