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Colombia run-off election set: Leftist vs. right-wing firebrand...
Megan Janetsky, Astrid Suárez, Associated Press
Lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella and peace-builder Iván Cepeda are leading the vote counts in the first round of Colombia’s presidential elections and will face off in a presidential runoff in the South American nation later in June. De la Espriella, a newcome…
May 31, 2026, 11:28 PM
US commander meets with Cuban military officials
BEN FINLEY Associated Press, KONSTANTIN TOROPIN Associated Press, Abcnews.com
The top U.S. commander in Latin America has met with Cuban military leaders in a “brief exchange on operational security matters” near the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay
May 29, 2026, 11:39 PM
US to designate two Brazilian gangs as ‘terrorist’ organisations
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Trump administration has used crime and drug trafficking to push for greater US military influence across Latin America.
May 29, 2026, 12:12 AM
Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Supercharges Violence in the Americas
Nick Turse, The Intercept
The Trump administration’s aggression in the Americas has resulted in cartels fragmenting and embracing new strategies. The post Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Supercharges Violence in the Americas appeared first on The Intercept.
May 27, 2026, 8:00 AM
Three ways Cuba crisis could play out after US indictment of Raúl Castro
BBC News
The Trump administration has been putting tremendous economic pressure on the island's Communist government.
May 21, 2026, 6:40 PM
Trump’s Cleanup Crescendo
Americanthinker.com
Photo Credit: Clarice FIn Latin America, in China, in the Middle East, the outline of Donald Trump's plan of action is becoming clear. It is of a scale to take the breath away.
May 17, 2026, 4:00 AM
Trump's counterterrorism strategy makes targeting drug cartels the top priority
The Associated Press, NPR
President Trump has signed off on a new U.S. counterterrorism strategy that sets eliminating drug cartels in the Western Hemisphere as the administration's highest priority.
May 7, 2026, 6:41 AM
The US vs Latin America: Varsha Gandikota and Susana Muhamad
Al Jazeera English
Gandikota asks Muhamad: What does the military‑industrial machine mean for the sovereignty of the Global South?
May 3, 2026, 3:58 PM
Who Is Nayib Bukele? El Salvador’s ‘coolest dictator’
Niko Vorobyov, Al Jazeera English
At 44, Bukele has built the world’s highest imprisonment rate and scrapped presidential term limits. What comes next?
May 2, 2026, 7:42 AM
Trump Has Already Spent at Least $4.7 Billion Attacking Latin America
Nick Turse, The Intercept
It’s not cheap to attack Venezuela and capture its president or conduct dozens of strikes on civilian boats. The post Trump Has Already Spent at Least $4.7 Billion Attacking Latin America appeared first on The Intercept.
Apr 23, 2026, 2:00 PM
Colombian leader warns US of Latin American ‘rebellion’
RT
The US should rethink its approach to Latin America, or face pushback over its colonial policies, Colombia’s Gustavo Petro has warned
Apr 19, 2026, 2:46 PM
IMF, World Bank say they are restoring ties with Venezuela
John Power, Al Jazeera English
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez calls resumption of ties 'great achievement' of Venezuelan diplomacy.
Apr 17, 2026, 3:24 AM
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