Venezuela Condemns US Maritime Blockade as Violation of International Law
Venezuela slammed the US-imposed maritime blockade as a breach of international law, sparking rallies in Caracas and calls for unity against external threats.
Latin America
US-Venezuela Tensions Flare as Trump Mulls Land Strikes
Tensions between Washington and Caracas surged after the U.S. sank three vessels tied to drug smuggling. President Trump says land strikes could follow, raising stakes in the region’s anti-narcotics campaign.
US Oil Tanker Seizure Rekindles Intervention Fears in Latin America
Last week’s US seizure of a Venezuelan-bound oil tanker has reignited fears of past interventions in Latin America, raising questions for markets, travelers, and the diaspora.
Chile Shifts Right: José Antonio Kast Wins Presidency
Chile elected far-right José Antonio Kast on December 14, 2025, marking a dramatic shift to the right with 58% of the vote amid debates on security, immigration, and crime.
Chile’s 15M Voters Head to Polls Today for Presidential Runoff
Chileans go to the polls today, Dec 14, for a presidential runoff focused on crime and immigration, deciding the nation’s leadership for the next term.
U.S.-Venezuela Tensions Escalate with Sanctions and Military Moves
U.S.-Venezuela tensions rise after new sanctions and an oil tanker seizure amid a growing U.S. military presence off Venezuela’s coast.
Maduro urges U.S. to end regional interference
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro called on the U.S. to end its interventionist policies in Venezuela and across Latin America in a fiery speech on Wednesday.
From Heatwaves to Harvests: Strengthening Global Food Resilience
Climate pressures from heatwaves, droughts and floods are reshaping food security. Experts from WFP discuss resilience ahead of the UN Environment Assembly.
China Issues 3rd Policy Paper on Latin America & Caribbean
Beijing releases its third Policy Paper on Latin America and the Caribbean, outlining new trade, green development, digital and cultural cooperation since 2008 and 2016.
Colombia Pushes Back After Trump’s Military Threats Over Drug Trafficking
Colombia’s Foreign Ministry has firmly rejected President Trump’s warning of military action, calling for Latin American unity and reinforcing a rights-based fight against drug trafficking.