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Politics · Latin AmericaAntonio Navarro Wolff, Colombian Politician, Dies at 78
Antonio Navarro Wolff, a key figure in Colombia's political transition and a co-president of the 1991 National Constituent Assembly, has died at age 78. His family confirmed his passing on November 1, 2026, in Bogotá. Wolff had a long career as a guerrilla commander, politician, and public servant.
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Politics · Latin AmericaRubio Denies US Role in Flávio Bolsonaro's Brazil Departure
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied facilitating Flávio Bolsonaro's departure from Brazil to the United States. While Rubio stated President Trump authorized Bolsonaro's entry, he asserted the US government was not involved in arranging the travel itself.
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Politics · Latin AmericaKing Charles dances in Bahamas amid slavery reparations protests
King Charles III participated in a Junkanoo festival parade in Nassau, Bahamas, while protesters called for reparations for the slave trade. He acknowledged the "great suffering of the past" and stated that Commonwealth leaders would discuss slavery's legacy.
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Politics · Latin AmericaKing Charles III arrives in Guyana for Caribbean visit
King Charles III has arrived in Guyana, the second stop on his nine-day Caribbean tour. The visit coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the UK and Guyana and renewed calls for Britain to apologise for its role in the slave trade.
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Politics · Latin AmericaFlavio Bolsonaro letter claimed presidency, aide blamed AI
Flavio Bolsonaro briefly claimed to be Brazil's "president-elect" in a social media post that was later deleted and revised to "leader." An ally attributed the initial wording to an error by the AI chatbot ChatGPT.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS lawmakers urge opposition to Colombia’s Amazon aerial spraying plan
A bipartisan group of 19 US lawmakers, headed by Rep. Mark Pocan, sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the United States to oppose Colombia’s plan to resume aerial spraying of coca in the Amazon. The proposal targets up to 1,000 hectares, would replace glyphosate with glufosinate ammonium, and raises health and environmental concerns.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaCosta Rica Withdraws Pacific Trade Pact Bid, Sacks Minister
Costa Rica has withdrawn its application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. President Laura Fernandez dismissed Foreign Trade Minister Indiana Trejos, citing a lack of transparency following protests from agricultural groups.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaIMF and Argentina Reach Staff-Level Agreement on Bailout Review
The International Monetary Fund has reached a staff-level agreement with Argentina on the third review of its bailout program. The deal, which requires executive board approval, could lead to a disbursement of approximately $900 million.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS backs Venezuela court and election body renewal for new elections
The US government is backing a plan to renew Venezuela's Supreme Court of Justice and National Electoral Council. This renewal is expected to prompt Delcy Rodríguez to declare the presidency permanently vacant, triggering a six-month period for new elections.
Latin America4 min readTrust 58 · Craft 67 · Hype 41![Lula delivers a victory speech after winning a fourth term in the presidential runoff in Brazil, on October 25, 2026 [Andre Penner/AP Photo]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ap_6adecb3c73c77-1792985916.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440)
Politics · Latin AmericaLula Wins Fourth Term as Brazil's President
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has secured a fourth term as Brazil's president, defeating right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro challenged the election results, while international leaders congratulated Lula on his victory and commitment to democracy.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaCosta Rica to Target 'Invisible Traffickers' with DEA
Costa Rica will deepen cooperation with the US Drug Enforcement Administration to target "invisible drug traffickers," including business executives and politicians. Attorney General Carlo Diaz, who was re-elected to a four-year term, said six Costa Ricans have been extradited to the US and 25 more proceedings are underway.
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Politics · Latin AmericaRubio urges Cubans to partner with CIA for political change
Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, posted on X urging Cubans seeking political change to enter a discreet partnership with the CIA. The statement came shortly after President Donald Trump suggested the US might take action against Cuba.
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Politics · Latin AmericaBrazil court orders transport for Indigenous voters
A federal court in Brazil has ordered the government to provide transportation and other support for Indigenous people to vote in the presidential runoff. The ruling addresses significant logistical challenges faced by remote communities.
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Politics · Latin AmericaAmazon Indigenous Communities Fear Voting Barred by Transport Denial
Indigenous communities in the Brazilian Amazon face potential disenfranchisement due to a court's denial of transportation assistance. The Amazonas Electoral Justice blocked river transport, water, and food for 43 villages in the Javari Valley on election day.
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Politics · Latin AmericaKim Jong Un appears in photos amid death rumours
North Korean state media released undated images of leader Kim Jong Un inspecting shoes and women's clothing. The photos emerged after unverified claims circulated online alleging he had suffered a brain haemorrhage and died.
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Politics · Latin AmericaColombian judge orders protection of museum artifacts after purge
A Colombian judge issued a provisional order to safeguard more than 30 historical pieces removed from the National Museum of Colombia. The removals were part of a conservative government drive to revise historical narratives, prompting protests and a legal challenge by left‑wing organisations.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaVenezuela expects $76 billion in oil investments
Venezuela anticipates attracting nearly $76 billion in oil investments over the next five years, according to acting President Delcy Rodriguez. Agreements include plans for 250 drilling rigs and cover 17 oilfields.
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Politics · Latin AmericaChilean President Kast visits Bolivia for first time in 71 years
Chilean President José Antonio Kast made an official state visit to Bolivia on Friday, October 16, 2026. This was the first such visit by a Chilean president in over seven decades, since August 1955. During the visit, Kast met with Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz, and the two leaders signed cooperation agreements.
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Politics · Latin AmericaLula campaign sues Meta over alleged election bias
The campaign of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has filed a complaint against Meta at the country's electoral court. They allege the company used biased algorithms and AI restrictions to favour opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro in the upcoming election.
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Politics · Latin AmericaMexican judge closes case against former immigration chief Francisco Garduño
A judge in Mexico ordered the criminal case against former immigration chief Francisco Garduño to be closed, ending charges linked to the 2023 fire at a Ciudad Juárez detention centre that killed 40 migrants and injured 30. Victims’ groups plan to appeal the decision.
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PoliticsUN General Assembly elects 15 states to Human Rights Council
On 29 July 2026 the United Nations General Assembly elected Zambia, Ghana, Nigeria, Burundi, Kuwait, Nepal, Jordan, Japan, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Uruguay, Ireland, Germany, Moldova and Ukraine to the Human Rights Council in an uncontested ballot. Human Rights Watch called the process a mockery of election, and the UN spokesman said elected members bear a global responsibility to protect human rights.
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Media · UkraineOpenAI Bans Russian and Iranian Accounts for Influence Operations
OpenAI has banned accounts linked to Russian and Iranian influence operations that used its AI tools to create fake journalist personas and plant articles in media outlets. The Russian campaign targeted Latin America, while the Iranian operation focused on anti-US war narratives.
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MediaPope Francis' diaries to be published this autumn
Journal entries kept by Pope Francis before and during his papacy are to be published this autumn for the first time. The book, titled 'The Private Diary of Pope Francis,' will be released on November 24 in English and four other languages.
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Politics · United StatesState Department Revoked Over 250,000 Visas Under Trump
The State Department revoked more than 250,000 visas during Donald Trump's presidency. Violations included criminal conduct, fraud, and national security threats. The move is part of a broader crackdown on unlawful immigration.
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Politics · IndiaG4 Nations Demand UN Security Council Reform
The G4 nations have called for urgent reform of the UN Security Council, stating it is currently unable to effectively uphold international peace and security. The ministers met on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificHonda targets $9.4bn cost cuts to counter Chinese competition
Honda aims to cut more than $9 billion in costs over the next four years, with internal documents showing a target of 1.5 trillion yen (about $9.4 billion) by 2030. The company has instructed suppliers to reduce prices and explore using more Chinese-made components.
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Politics · United StatesAndy Baker to leave White House national security post after 18 months
White House deputy national security adviser Andy Baker will leave the Trump administration in the next few weeks, following other recent departures from the national security team. Baker, who also served as national security adviser to Vice President JD Vance, was involved in key foreign policy decisions and helped shape Vance’s foreign policy positions.
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