The social crisis in Bolivia triggers diplomatic rifts and a cabinet reshuffle
The protests have prompted various response strategies from the government. Now, mounting pressure has led the Paz administration to reshuffle the cabinet in an attempt to defuse calls for resignations. At the same time, it has opened another front of conflict with Colombia by expelling the ambassador from Bogotá.
Cuba condemns US indictment of Raúl Castro as pretext for aggression
The US Department of Justice has indicted the historic leader of the Revolution for an event that took place nearly 30 years ago. Havana maintains that this is a ploy to justify military aggression against Cuba.
Sánchez and Fujimori to face off for Peru’s presidency
The two candidates will face off in a runoff election on June 7. Their governing policies differ profoundly, as evidenced by their recent statements ahead of the upcoming election.
No peace for Paz: Bolivian movements demand president resign
Demonstrators have closed several roads and faced heavy repression from security forces. Meanwhile, the Paz government has accused former president Evo Morales of being behind the mass protests.
Cuba announces that its fuel reserves have been depleted as a direct result of the US blockade
The situation has been classified by the United Nations as a “humanitarian crisis” that affects the most vulnerable groups the hardest. The United States insists on its policy of suffocating Cuba at all costs.
Peruvian prosecutors seek to disqualify leftist presidential candidate
Sánchez is accused of failing to report his political party’s income, although he denies these allegations. Several critics argue that this is a ploy to prevent him from participating in future elections, thereby benefiting the far right.
Bolivian prosecutors demand the arrest of former President Evo Morales
The former president claims this is a case of “lawfare” intended to destroy him physically and morally. The alleged victim of the crime has requested that the case be dismissed, but the prosecution insists on proceeding.
Sheinbaum to forgive debts for tens of thousands of small farmers
The decision aims to enable 99.5% of debtors to settle or restructure debts that had become impossible to pay and were being used by lawyers to extort farmers and small producers.