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Politics · Latin AmericaArgentine Senate drops foreign land ownership cap from property bill
The Argentine Senate removed a proposal to raise the foreign ownership cap on rural land from 15% to 25% after opposition from governors and public protests. The rest of the bill, including changes to evictions and expropriations, remains under debate.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaArgentina and China renew currency swap for $19bn, extending term to five years
Argentina’s Central Bank renewed its currency swap with China on 5 August 2026, extending the agreement to five years and maintaining a $5bn activated tranche. The deal, worth $19bn, aims to support financial stability and bilateral trade amid Argentina’s electoral cycle.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS revokes Brazil ambassador’s visa after Lula government blocks American diplomats
The Trump administration revoked the visa of Brazil’s ambassador to the US on 4 August 2026, citing Brazil’s refusal to grant visas to two American diplomats and its delay in approving Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Brasilia. The State Department said the decision could be reversed if Brazil accepts the nominee.
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Ancient DNA links colonial smallpox in Americas to European strains
A study of ancient DNA has provided the first direct genetic evidence that European colonisers introduced smallpox to the Americas. All six outlets reporting the story led on the confirmation of long-held historical accounts, with no left-rated outlet covering the findings.
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Climate · Latin AmericaBrazil police target group accused of chemical deforestation in Amazon
Police in Brazil executed 13 search warrants in Para state targeting a group suspected of using chemicals to clear 10,180 hectares of Amazon rainforest for cattle ranching. No arrests were made, and the investigation continues into environmental crimes and fraud.
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Politics · Latin AmericaHonduran judge releases Juan Orlando Hernández pending fraud trial
A Honduran judge ruled on 3 August 2026 that former President Juan Orlando Hernández will remain free while awaiting trial for fraud and money laundering. Hernández returned to Honduras after receiving a U.S. pardon for drug trafficking charges from former President Donald Trump.
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