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The U.S. Is Still Routinely Killing Civilians in Boats
Nick Turse, The Intercept
The Trump administration has hit a grim milestone with its 50th strike on a civilian boat in the waters off Latin America. The post The U.S. Is Still Routinely Killing Civilians in Boats appeared first on The Intercept.
Apr 14, 2026, 5:48 PM
In Peru’s presidential race, a pro-Trump frontrunner sinks in final stretch
Mitra Taj, Al Jazeera English
Donald Trump has sought greater influence over Latin America, but in Peru's election, will a pro-Trump stance pay off?
Apr 10, 2026, 3:49 PM
‘They want to colonise us’: Brazil’s Lula warns of foreign interference
Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English
The left-wing Brazilian president is critical of US actions throughout Latin America, though he does not name Trump.
Mar 21, 2026, 11:35 PM
Advocates push for major probe as US boat strikes in Latin America kill 157
Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights is set to hold first hearing on US's alleged extrajudicial killings.
Mar 12, 2026, 9:02 PM
Trump vows US military power toward eradicating cartels, urges Latin American countries to do the same
Ella Morrison, New York Post
“The only way to defeat these enemies is by unleashing the power of our militaries,” Trump said Saturday.
Mar 7, 2026, 7:55 PM
‘They’re cancer’: Trump threatens cartels, Cuba at Latin American summit
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
The president offered to launch missiles in Latin America to combat criminal violence in a call to 'eradicate' cartels.
Mar 7, 2026, 6:56 PM
Trump to speak at 'Shield of the Americas' summit aimed at taking on cartels
Isabella Murray, Abcnews.com
President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak at a 'Shield of the Americas' Summit on Saturday in Doral, Florida.
Mar 7, 2026, 10:22 AM
China spent years building ties in Latin America. Can Trump make room for the US?
BBC News
US President Donald Trump will meet with ideologically-aligned Latin American leaders to try and counter China's influence in the region.
Mar 7, 2026, 1:56 AM
In a bid to counter China, Trump hosts a summit for Latin America leaders
Christina Noriega, Al Jazeera English
Experts say Trump must offer 'tangible economic benefits' to Latin America to curb China's growth in the region.
Mar 6, 2026, 3:55 PM
Trump administration doubles down on military action in Latin America
Joseph Stepansky, Al Jazeera English
At inaugural 'Americas Counter Cartel Conference', Trump officials vowed continued military operations against cartels.
Mar 5, 2026, 7:21 PM
Trump administration launches US military operation in Ecuador
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Critics have questioned the increasing scope and deadly consequences of US anti-narcotics operations in Latin America.
Mar 4, 2026, 10:42 PM
Bolivia’s ex-leader Morales reappears in stronghold after 7-week absence
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
The public appearance ends rumours that Morales fled the country following the abduction of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela.
Feb 20, 2026, 9:15 AM
Uruguay President Orsi deepens ties with China’s Xi despite Trump threats
Erin Hale, Al Jazeera English
Yamandu Orsi is the first Latin American leader to visit China since the US abducted Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro.
Feb 3, 2026, 7:50 AM
Flooded by cheap Chinese goods, Latin America is fighting back to protect its industries
CHAN HO-HIM, ISABEL DEBRE, NAYARA BATSCHKE and FABIOLA SÁNCHEZ, Yahoo Entertainment
China has been flooding Latin American markets with low-priced exports, especially autos and e-commerce goods, as its exporters adjust to U.S. President...
Feb 2, 2026, 4:55 AM
Peter Kornbluh: Is Trump pushing a new imperialism in Latin America?
Al Jazeera English
Peter Kornbluh speaks to Marc Lamont Hill on Trump’s abduction of Venezuela’s president and fallout for Latin America.
Jan 31, 2026, 7:30 PM
Gustavo Petro: Colombia’s former rebel fighter turned president
Niko Vorobyov, Al Jazeera English
From urban rebel to senator facing death threats, what drives Petro, 65, the country’s first progressive president?
Jan 26, 2026, 2:41 PM
Trump is making a power play in Latin America, but China is already there
New York Times, The Indian Express
Trump's new focus on Latin America threatens to loosen China’s economic grip in a region where it has quietly used abundant trade, enormous loans and financial tie-ups to build influence.
Jan 11, 2026, 2:14 PM
How strong are Latin America’s military forces, as they face US threats?
Marium Ali, Al Jazeera English
Trump has threatened Colombia, Cuba and Mexico with military action. Could their armies take on the US?
Jan 7, 2026, 3:43 AM
Trump’s attacks on Venezuela put Mexico on edge
Brian Osgood, Al Jazeera English
President Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to safeguard Mexican sovereignty while cooperating with the US on key issues.
Jan 7, 2026, 1:10 AM
What Happens Next in Venezuela—and the Rest of Latin America?
Fernanda González, Wired
Donald Trump says that Venezuela's governance will remain in the hands of senior US officials until a "proper and judicious transition" can take place. The rest of the region is on notice.
Jan 3, 2026, 10:10 PM
Venezuela warns US ‘aggression’ is first stage amid ‘continental ambitions’
Erin Hale, Al Jazeera English
Venezuela's UN ambassador denounces US military strikes, naval blockade at a meeting of the UN Security Council.
Dec 24, 2025, 4:42 AM
Is Trump about to wage war in Latin America?
Al Jazeera English
Fears are growing in Latin America over a US military build-up in the Caribbean, as Washington expands airstrikes.
Dec 17, 2025, 4:49 PM
Opinion - China is furious over geopolitical changes in Latin America
Arturo McFields, opinion contributor, The Hill
The return of President Trump has reduced and reversed its powerful influence in the region.
Dec 17, 2025, 2:30 PM
Far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast wins Chile’s presidential election
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Kast's victory is seen as part of a trend of right-wing victories across Latin America, including in Argentina.
Dec 14, 2025, 10:42 PM