Category: Americas
Coverage of geopolitics, international relations, and current affairs from across the Americas, including U.S. foreign policy, Latin American politics, trade, security, and cross-border diplomacy.
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Pedro Alliana has been sworn in as President of Paraguay after lawmakers impeached Santiago Peña over allegations of conflicts of interest linked to the collapse of digital lender ueno. Hours after his removal from office, Peña was placed under house arrest as prosecutors continued investigating the banking crisis. Alliana, who previously served as vice president,…
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Paraguayan President Santiago Peña has resigned following a political and financial crisis linked to the collapse of digital lender ueno, which left millions of customers unable to access their accounts. Peña said his decision was intended to protect Paraguay’s stability, social peace and democratic institutions as opposition lawmakers moved towards impeachment proceedings and pressure grew…
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US President Donald Trump has defended the US military campaign against Iran after Vice President JD Vance attributed Republican losses in the 2026 midterm elections partly to voter concerns over the conflict, fuel prices and the cost of living. Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in a major setback for the Republican Party. …
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US President Donald Trump said he expects to work with a Democratic-controlled Congress after projections indicated Democrats will take control of both the US House of Representatives and the US Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Speaking to Fox News as results emerged, Trump said divided government had “been done before” and described the presidential…
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US President Donald Trump delivered remarks at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, on the eve of the 2026 midterm elections, describing the vote as one of the most significant in the country’s history. Trump criticised Democratic candidates, claiming they represented an “extreme” political agenda, while discussing his administration’s approach to foreign policy,…
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US President Donald Trump has questioned the conduct of Brazil’s presidential election after President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (Lula) defeated Flávio Bolsonaro in the 26 October runoff. The vote was extended by two hours under a Supreme Court order after severe weather, transport disruptions and other logistical problems affected polling in parts of the…
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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been re-elected for a fourth non-consecutive term after defeating Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a closely contested presidential runoff. Official results showed Lula secured 51.79% of valid votes, compared with Bolsonaro’s 48.21%. Key developments: The election highlighted Brazil’s deep political divisions, with voters focused on issues including the…
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US and Paraguay announced a series of initiatives aimed at expanding economic cooperation, strengthening security collaboration and advancing civil nuclear talks during US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau’s visit to Asunción from 19–21 October. The announcements included new private sector investment, security assistance and agreements designed to combat organised crime and improve border management.…
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The United Nations has warned that Haiti’s security and humanitarian crisis remains severe, as armed gangs continue to challenge state authority and fuel instability across the country. Addressing the UN Security Council on Monday (19 Oct), Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Haiti and Head of the United Nations Integrated Office in…
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Hundreds of No Kings demonstrations took place across the United States on Saturday (17 Oct), with events held in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Organisers encouraged early voting ahead of the 3 November 2026 midterm elections while expressing opposition to President Donald Trump’s administration and raising concerns over voting rights, democratic institutions and executive…