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CIA chief visits Cuba as US seeks ‘fundamental changes’
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met senior Cuban officials in Havana for high-level talks centred on security cooperation, economic stability, and bilateral relations amid Cuba’s worsening energy crisis. According to Cuban authorities, both sides discussed improving dialogue between Washington and Havana, alongside regional and international security concerns. The Cuban statement said: “Both sides also underscored their…
Bolivia protests intensify as economic crisis fuels unrest in La Paz
Bolivia’s economic crisis triggered fresh unrest in the capital La Paz on Thursday (14 May), as demonstrators led by mining groups and rural unions clashed with security forces near the presidential palace. Small explosions, reportedly caused by miners using sticks of dynamite, were heard during the protests. Some demonstrators allegedly attempted to breach government buildings…
Cuba has run out of diesel and fuel oil as energy system reaches ‘critical’ state
Cuba has run out of diesel and fuel oil, according to Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy, as the country faces worsening blackouts and fuel shortages amid tightened US sanctions and restrictions on oil shipments. Speaking to state media, de la O Levy said Cuba’s energy system was in a “critical” condition, adding that…
Bahamas election: Philip Davis re-elected as PLP wins second consecutive term
Prime Minister Philip Davis and the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) have been re-elected in the Bahamas, marking the first time in nearly 30 years a leader has secured a consecutive term. Davis called the result a “mandate” to address security, economic pressure and development across the islands. The snap election, called ahead of the Atlantic…
Hegseth defends US strategy on Iran, rejects ‘strategic loss’ warning during Senate hearing
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Democratic Senator Chris Coons exchanged sharp criticism during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on Tuesday (12 May) as lawmakers debated the United States’ strategy in the conflict with Iran. Coons warned that recent military gains could still lead to “a strategic loss”, arguing Iran retained the ability to disrupt…
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez defends Venezuela’s Essequibo claim at ICJ
During hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over the disputed Essequibo region, Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez defended Caracas’ territorial claim and called for a negotiated settlement with Guyana. Rodríguez said Venezuela would continue defending its “integrity, sovereignty, independence and history”, arguing the dispute should remain in the “negotiating arena” under the 1966…
PM Alix Didier Fils-Aimé says Haiti too insecure for elections as security concerns persist
Haiti’s planned August 2026 elections are unlikely to proceed as scheduled due to ongoing security concerns, according to Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé. Speaking to Haitian media outlet Le Nouvelliste on Magik9 radio, Fils-Aimé said the country’s security environment was not currently sufficient to support a national vote. He added that authorities are aiming to…
Venezuela warns of environmental impact from alleged oil spill; interim leader travels to Europe for Esequibo hearing
Venezuela has warned of significant environmental damage following an alleged oil spill originating in Trinidad and Tobago, affecting coastal areas in Sucre, Delta Amacuro, and the Gulf of Paria. In a statement, Venezuela’s Foreign Ministry said preliminary assessments identified risks to mangroves, wetlands, and regional marine ecosystems. Trinidad and Tobago has not publicly confirmed the…
Laura Fernandez sworn in as Costa Rica president, pledges crackdown on organised crime
Costa Rica President Laura Fernandez has been sworn into office, pledging sweeping security and judicial reforms as the Central American nation faces rising organised crime and record homicide levels. In her inaugural address, Fernandez said Costa Rica could not allow criminal groups and drug traffickers to exploit weaknesses within state institutions. The 39-year-old leader also…
Lula and Trump hold ‘very good’ White House talks as Brazil-US ties stabilise
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and US President Donald Trump concluded talks at the White House on Thursday (7 May), with public praise for one another, despite ongoing disagreements over trade, organised crime and regional security issues. Trump said in a post on Truth Social that the meeting had been “very good” and…
Guyana urges ICJ to reject Venezuela’s claim over oil-rich Esequibo region in territorial dispute
Guyana has urged the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to rule that Venezuela holds no legitimate claim over the Esequibo region, a disputed, resource-rich territory spanning around 160,000 sq km. The hearings in The Hague come amid a long-running border dispute dating back to colonial-era arbitration in 1899, which Guyana says confirms its sovereignty. Guyana’s…
US expands Cuba sanctions, citing policies that “continue to constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat”
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order expanding US sanctions on Cuba, formally escalating measures under a declared national emergency related to what the White House describes as threats to US national security and foreign policy. The 1 May 2026 order states that the policies of the Government of Cuba constitute an “unusual and…
Antigua and Barbuda’s Gaston Browne secures fourth consecutive election victory
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has led the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) to a fourth consecutive election victory following a snap general election in the Caribbean nation. Official results showed the ABLP secured 15 of 17 parliamentary seats, while the opposition United Progressive Party (UPP) retained one seat through party leader Jamale Pringle. Trevor…
Venezuela signs Orinoco and offshore gas deals with US and international energy firms
Venezuela has signed a series of energy agreements with US and international companies aimed at increasing oil and gas production, as relations between Caracas and Washington continue to improve. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said the agreements reflected growing cooperation between Venezuela and the United States following recent energy sector reforms and the resumption of direct…
Trump tells 60 Minutes “they go after consequential presidents” following White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
Following a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, US President Donald Trump sat down with 60 Minutes, stating that “they go after consequential presidents… presidents that do things,” as he addressed a series of alleged assassination attempts and framed his leadership as a driving factor behind heightened security threats. Responding to claims cited from…
Colombia and Venezuela hold key talks to strengthen military coordination and tackle cross-border crime
Colombia–Venezuela border security cooperation has advanced after President Gustavo Petro met acting President Delcy Rodríguez in Caracas, agreeing to joint military and intelligence measures targeting cross-border crime. The visit marks the first by a foreign leader since the US removal of Nicolás Maduro, with both governments prioritising security, trade, and energy integration. Petro said the…
UN-backed Haiti security force exceeds troop pledges as deployments begin in Port-au-Prince
The United Nations-backed gang suppression force (GSF) in Haiti has secured pledges exceeding its 5,500 target, with Chadian troops already deployed in Port-au-Prince, according to UN Special Envoy Carlos Ruiz Massieu. Briefing the UN Security Council, Ruiz Massieu said full deployment is expected by late 2026. The force, authorised in September 2025, replaces a smaller…
US DOJ begins marijuana reclassification in major federal drug policy shift
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced it will ease federal restrictions on certain cannabis products and begin reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous substance, marking a major shift in US drug policy. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said state-regulated medical cannabis would move from Schedule I to a lower classification alongside substances such…
Peru’s election chief resigns as vote count drags on nine days after poll
Peru’s election authority chief Piero Corvetto, head of the National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE), has resigned amid ongoing uncertainty over the country’s first-round presidential vote. The April 12 election remains unresolved nine days on, with ballots still being counted and reviewed. Corvetto cited concerns over democratic stability in his resignation. Delays and irregularities disrupted…
Cuba’s Díaz-Canel says country is “ready” for another attack amid ongoing US tensions
Miguel Díaz-Canel, Cuba’s President, has said Cuba does not seek confrontation with the United States but must remain prepared to respond to any potential aggression, during a speech in Havana marking the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs invasion — a CIA-backed operation launched after US-owned properties and businesses on the island were nationalized…
Peru’s Keiko Fujimori leads fragmented election race amid disrupted voting process
Peru’s presidential race remains open after a disrupted first round, with Keiko Fujimori and Rafael López Aliaga leading early counts as officials continue processing ballots. With 62% of votes tallied, Fujimori holds 16.88% and López Aliaga 13.88%. The election has been overshadowed by logistical failures and scrutiny of electoral administration, with authorities investigating delays that…
Canada’s Carney secures majority mandate, strengthening Liberal control
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a majority government, strengthening the Liberal Party’s legislative control after by-election wins and recent defections from opposition MPs. The result gives Carney a clearer mandate to advance economic reforms focused on trade diversification, infrastructure expansion, and fiscal stability, amid external pressures including Donald Trump’s protectionist policies. Key developments:…
Peru votes in high-stakes election amid political instability and crowded candidate field
Peru heads to the polls today (12 April) amid sustained political volatility, with 35 presidential candidates competing in a fragmented and uncertain race. Analysts highlight widespread voter frustration and institutional instability following years of leadership turnover. Campaigning in Lima, Ricardo Belmont, a former mayor and presidential candidate, called for an end to entrenched corruption, reflecting…
Colombia responds to Ecuador’s tariff hike with 100% reciprocal duties as trade tensions rise
Colombia’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism has confirmed it will raise tariffs on imports from Ecuador to 100%, up from 30%. The sum, confirmed on Friday (10 April), will match the rate Ecuador set a day earlier, amid an escalating trade and diplomatic spat between the two South American nations. Ecuador had previously raised…
Haiti humanitarian crisis deepens amid escalating gang violence and mass displacement
Haiti is facing a rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis, with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warning of severe instability driven by escalating gang violence and mass displacement. Edem Wosornu, Director of OCHA’s Crisis Response Division, said conditions have deteriorated significantly following her March 2026 visit, with large areas under armed…
Ecuador’s Noboa open to US troops on the ground to support anti-narco operations
President of Ecuador Daniel Noboa has highlighted his country’s ongoing efforts to tackle narco-terrorism while maintaining economic stability and public safety. Speaking to Bloomberg, Noboa emphasised the challenge of balancing security operations with citizens’ everyday needs, particularly for young people seeking employment and hope. When asked whether he would welcome US troops on the ground,…
Peru wraps up election campaign as Fujimori leads fragmented race
Peru closed its election campaign on Monday (6 April) ahead of Sunday’s general vote, with Keiko Fujimori of the Fuerza Popular party leading polls in a crowded field of 35 candidates. Surveys by Ipsos and Datum show Fujimori with 13–13.7% support, reflecting a highly competitive and uncertain race. Fujimori emphasised order and security, proposing agricultural…
Mexico and US agree annual water deliveries under 1944 treaty amid worsening drought
Mexico and the United States have agreed to an updated arrangement under the 1944 water-sharing treaty, introducing minimum annual deliveries of more than 400 million cubic metres from Mexico to the US. The measure operates within the treaty’s existing framework, which is based on five-year quotas, but aims to improve predictability in water allocations as…
Cuba begins release of over 2,000 prisoners as ‘humanitarian gesture’ amid energy crisis and US pressure
Cuba has started releasing 2,010 prisoners in what the government calls a “humanitarian and sovereign gesture,” with the first inmates emerging from La Lima prison in eastern Havana to reunite with family. The releases include foreign nationals, women, young people, and those over 60, the Cuban embassy in the US said. Eligibility was determined through…
US sees widespread No Kings protests against Trump administration policies
Large-scale demonstrations erupted across the United States on Saturday (28 March) as the No Kings movement held its third nationwide rallies, protesting against policies enacted by US President Donald Trump. Organisers cited opposition to the war in Iran, federal immigration enforcement, and the rising cost of living as key motivators. Protests were reported in nearly…
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