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Politics · Latin AmericaPeru breaks diplomatic ties with Iran over nuclear and shipping concerns
Peru announced on 1 September 2026 that it was severing diplomatic relations with Iran. The government cited Iran's obstruction of nuclear inspections and its restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as key reasons for the decision. Consular relations will continue.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaUS firm to take over Venezuelan oilfields from Chinese and Russian companies
A U.S.-backed company, North American Blue Energy Partners, is set to take over oilfields in Venezuela previously operated by Chinese and Russian firms. The deal grants the U.S. government a significant stake and preferential access to production.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaColombia bombing kills 20 rebels, president says
President Abelardo de la Espriella announced a bombing in Colombia's Guaviare region killed 20 guerrillas. The operation targeted fighters under Iván Mordisco, Colombia's most wanted rebel. De la Espriella stated 20 'narcoterrorists' were killed, 5 captured, and 2 minors rescued.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaTrump announces US control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil
US President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Venezuela granting the United States majority control over more than 65 billion barrels of the country's oil reserves. Trump described the deal as the largest in world history, predicting it would increase US reserves and reduce fuel prices.
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US Negotiates Venezuelan Oil Field Stakes
The United States is in talks with Venezuela to acquire stakes in over a dozen oil fields. The agreement could significantly increase US strategic petroleum reserves, which have fallen to a 40-year low.
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Politics · Latin AmericaFour men sentenced for killing of Indigenous defender Quinto Inuma Alvarado
A Peruvian court has sentenced four men to between 15 and 35 years in prison for the 2023 murder of Indigenous defender Quinto Inuma Alvarado. The ruling is considered a significant step towards justice for environmental defenders in the Amazon.
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Colombian President Orders Immigration Raids and Deportations
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has ordered immigration raids and vowed to deport migrants without legal status, prioritizing those who commit crimes. This marks a significant departure from Colombia's prior policy of offering pathways to residency for Venezuelans.
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Politics · Latin AmericaColombia declares emergency after 7.4-magnitude earthquake
Colombia’s government declared an economic, social and ecological emergency following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake on 10 August. The decree allows temporary taxes without congressional approval for 30 days to address damage in the centre-west region.
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USNS Comfort to dock in Peru in February 2027 as El Niño aid
The United States will send the hospital ship USNS Comfort to Peru’s Pacific coast in February 2027, U.S. Ambassador Bernie Navarro announced after meeting Peru’s foreign minister. The deployment is part of a broader U.S. aid package to address the El Niño climate phenomenon, which meteorologists warn could match the severity of the 1997 event.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaBraskem Idesa files for US Chapter 11 to cut $920m debt in 90-day restructuring
Braskem Idesa, a joint venture between Brazil’s Braskem and Mexico’s Grupo Idesa, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US on 18 August 2026. The company expects to emerge within 90 days after cutting senior debt from $2.5bn to $1.6bn, with Braskem S.A. contributing $476m to maintain majority control.
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Politics · Latin AmericaPetrobras finds oil off Brazil’s Amapá coast as Lula calls it a passport to the future
Petrobras detected hydrocarbons during exploratory drilling 180 kilometres off Amapá state, with preliminary estimates suggesting up to 10 billion barrels of oil. President Lula hailed the find as a "passport to Brazil’s future", while environmental groups sued to halt exploration over spill risks and inadequate consultation.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaBrazil opens process for US trade retaliation over new tariffs
Brazil has begun a formal process to impose retaliatory measures against the US after Washington imposed 25% tariffs on some Brazilian goods, alleging unfair trade practices. President Lula da Silva invoked Brazil’s Reciprocity Law, which allows actions beyond tariffs, including curbs on US audiovisual companies and patent suspensions.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaUS to launch land-based anti-drug operations in Latin America with 19-country alliance
The US plans to expand its anti-drug operations to include land-based attacks in Latin America, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said in Panama. The move follows aerial bombardments in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific that have killed at least 215 people since September 2025. Colombia has joined the 19-country alliance, but Mexico has not.
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US Embassy in Brasilia vandalised with anti-war graffiti amid trade tensions
The exterior wall of the US Embassy in Brasilia was spray-painted with anti-war slogans on 12 August 2026. Police detained one suspect, who was later released. The incident occurs as US-Brazil relations remain strained over tariffs and visa revocations.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaColombia requests US military collaboration against 'narco-terrorism' under de la Espriella
Colombia’s President Abelardo de la Espriella has requested US collaboration in joint military operations to combat 'narco-terrorism', US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said. The announcement included Colombia’s membership in the 'Shield of the Americas' initiative, while Hegseth urged Latin American countries to reject the International Criminal Court.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaHegseth attends A3C forum in Panama as Colombia joins US-led drug coalition
Pete Hegseth travelled to Panama for the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition forum on 12 August 2026, where Colombia’s new government authorised joint military operations with the US. The coalition, formed under the Shield of the Americas, now includes 20 countries.
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Science & Tech · Latin AmericaDaniela Largo rescued after 36 hours under Colombia earthquake rubble
A 32-year-old woman was rescued alive in Pereira, Colombia, after spending about 36 hours trapped beneath a collapsed building following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake on 10 August 2026. The death toll from the earthquake was reported between 200 and 216, with rescue teams continuing to search for survivors across western Colombia.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaCuba’s sixth nationwide blackout of 2026 leaves 10 million without power
Cuba experienced its sixth nationwide power grid failure of 2026 on Sunday, plunging approximately 10 million people into darkness. The blackouts, linked to fuel shortages and a crumbling energy grid, have led to protests, job losses in tourism, and residents adapting their lives around unpredictable bursts of electricity.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS sanctions five Cuban entities and eight individuals over military procurement
The United States imposed sanctions on five Cuban entities and eight individuals on 6 August 2026, citing their role in procuring military equipment for Cuba’s armed forces. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the sanctions were part of efforts to counter Cuba’s support for Russia, China and Iran.
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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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Also affecting Latin America
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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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