Simple English News Daily Wednesday 18th February 2026. Peru President impeached. US, Iran, Cuba, Ukraine, Russia talks. France floods. Malawi charcoal. Lunar year...
Feb 17, 2026
News covers a presidential impeachment in Peru and quick plans for a temporary leader. Talks in Switzerland involve US, Iran, Ukraine and Russia amid military moves. Storm Nils brings serious floods across western France. Reports include large-scale movement of children from Ukraine, Nigeria receiving US military training, and Lunar New Year travel across Asia.
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Peru Faces Rapid Political Turmoil
- Peru removed its president, José Géry, amid corruption allegations just months after the previous president was ousted.
- A temporary president must be elected while a scheduled election on 12 April proceeds.
Mexico Protests UK Asylum Decision
- Mexico will formally complain to the UK after Britain granted asylum to a Mexican woman accused of corruption.
- The case involves Karime Macias, wanted in Mexico over alleged theft linked to a jailed governor.
US: Jackson's Death And Cuba Talks
- Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson died aged 84, noted for his work with Martin Luther King in the 1960s.
- U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. is talking to Cuba about a deal while an embargo remains until terms are reached.