Simplify the following text for a Grade 6 native English-speaking person.
Original: In view of Hannibal 's great popularity , the Carthaginian government did not repudiate Hannibal 's actions , and the war he sought was declared at the end of the year .
Simplified: The Carthaginian government saw nothing wrong with Hannibal 's actions . The war Hannibal wanted was declared at the end of the year .