Far-right Janez Janša to return for fourth government term in Slovenia
Janez Janša’s fourth administration is expected to bring attacks on labor rights and public services, while heralding renewed ties with Israeli occupation authorities.
Outrage in Ireland after Congolese man Yves Sakila killed as guards kneel on his neck
Congolese community and progressive forces in Ireland demand justice for Yves Sakila, who died after being violently pinned down by security guards.
“A setback for democracy”: Two more opposition parties banned in Ecuador
A few months before the local elections, the electoral authority decided to ban two opposition parties, adding to the suspension of Ecuador’s largest opposition party. Several critics claim that this is part of a series of decisions aimed at benefiting Daniel Noboa’s right-wing government.
Petro says he plans to press charges against his Ecuadorian counterpart Daniel Noboa
The decision comes amid one of the most significant diplomatic and tariff disputes the two countries have ever had.
Attacked and kidnapped at sea, Ecuadorian fishermen allege US involvement
Several fishermen told the newspaper Primicias that they had been attacked, kidnapped, and taken to El Salvador by US ships. The families of several missing fishermen fear that this may have been the fate of their loved ones.
Turkish police foils shooting attack near Israel’s consulate in Istanbul
Ankara said that a comprehensive investigation has been launched to uncover the motives behind the attack.
Crisis in the Andes: Ecuador and Colombia recall ambassadors and trade insults
The Ecuadorian president accused Petro’s government of failing to fight against drug trafficking and decided to double tariffs on Colombian products. Both governments have decided to recall their ambassadors as a protest measure.
US sanctions against Venezuela take center stage in trial of Nicolás Maduro
In the latest hearing in the case, the presiding judge questioned the need for US sanctions against Venezuela, given the shift in relations between the two countries.