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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U.S. officials have defended the decision by Admiral Frank Bradley to conduct multiple strikes on an alleged Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessel in September 2025, stating he had authorisation from Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Questions have since emerged over the legality of a reported second strike on two survivors. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said the action…
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The Venezuelan government has rejected heightened US pressure after US President Donald Trump declared that the airspace above and around Venezuela “is to be closed in its entirety”. Caracas called the comments a “colonialist threat”, arguing they violate international law and undermine Venezuelan sovereignty. Trump on Saturday (Nov. 29), in a Truth Social post said:…
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Peru has declared a 60-day state of emergency along its southern border with Chile amid expectations of increased migration ahead of Chile’s 14 December 2025 presidential run-off. The decree authorises Peru’s Armed Forces to support the Peruvian National Police in reinforcing border security in the Tacna region. Officials say the measures aim to manage potential…
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has agreed a new memorandum of understanding with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to advance a proposed 1,100km pipeline linking the province’s northern oil sands to the west coast. The project aims to diversify Canada’s energy exports and reduce reliance on the US market. Carney said the pipeline would strengthen Canada’s…
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President Luis Abinader has authorised the US government to operate in restricted areas of the San Isidro Air Base and Las Américas International Airport to support counter-narcotics operations. Announced alongside US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, the agreement is described as technical, limited, and temporary. The visit also included meetings with Lt. Gen. Carlos Antonio Fernández…
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Two West Virginia National Guard members were shot and critically injured near the White House on Wednesday (Nov. 26), in what Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser described as a targeted attack. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed both were hospitalised in critical condition. The incident, occurring on the eve of Thanksgiving, comes amid ongoing debate over the…
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Mexico has announced plans to develop what the government says will be Latin America’s most powerful supercomputer, aimed at boosting national capacity in artificial intelligence, data processing, and high-performance computing. The system, named “Coatlicue” after the Mexica earth goddess, was outlined by José Merino, head of the Telecommunications and Digital Transformation Agency, who said it…
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The United States has formally designated Venezuela’s Cartel de los Soles as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), adding new terrorism-related sanctions to an already strained bilateral relationship. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the network is accused of involvement in trafficking illegal drugs into the United States. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and senior officials…
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The United States is preparing a new phase of Venezuela-related operations, according to four U.S. officials cited by Reuters, as Washington increases pressure on President Nicolás Maduro. The timing and scope remain unclear, and officials say covert activity is expected to form the first stage. U.S. agencies declined to comment, but a senior administration official…
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The US has lifted a 40% tariff on selected Brazilian agricultural products, including coffee, beef and fruit, as Washington seeks to ease domestic food prices. The White House expanded its list of exemptions, citing “initial progress” in negotiations with Brasília — a move welcomed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The decision follows last…
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