Iran Deadline, US Shutdown Averted & More | News in Easy Spanish

What matters most this Monday, March 23, 2026?

If you only have a few minutes, this is the episode for you. We slow the biggest stories down into clear, beginner-friendly Spanish so your listening practice feels smooth, not stressful.

Here are some of the stories in easy Spanish:

• Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and threatens strikes on Iran’s power plants.
• Russian drone and missile attacks hit Ukraine’s power stations, causing mass blackouts in Kyiv.
• Brazil’s President Lula criticizes US interference and warns against powerful countries trying to control the world.
  • The US Senate votes to stop a government shutdown at the last minute.

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