Reuters, citing the Brazilian government: The US revoking visas of judicial officials is an attack on sovereignty and interference in our affairs.
Fourth drug boat attacked by the US was carrying 1,000 kilos of cocaine: Dominican Republic seized the drugs. The drug packages were seized 80 nautical miles south of Beata Island, southwest of the Dominican Republic.
Today, Treasury is sanctioning the Lex Instituto de Estudos Juridicos LTDA for its support to Brazilian Supreme Federal Court justice Alexandre de Moraes. Also designated today is Viviane Barci de Moraes, de Moraes’ wife, who serves as the head of the Lex Institute
U.S. Treasury Secretary: Argentina is a systemically important U.S. ally in Latin America, and the @USTreasury stands ready to do what is needed within its mandate to support Argentina. All options for stabilization are on the table. These options may include, but are not limited to, swap lines, direct currency purchases, and purchases of U.S. dollar-denominated government debt from Treasury’s Exchange Stabilization Fund.
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 83 km NW of Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Thousands of Brazilians took to the streets in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and Brasilia on September 21, to protest a controversial congressional bill that would grant immunity to lawmakers and reduce penalties for those involved in the January 8, 2023
Tens of thousands of Brazilians protest against amnesty for former President Bolsonaro
Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 - 19 km WSW of Abriaquí, Colombia
Dominican Republic reports a US strike on a drug ship near its coast.
1 week agoProtests and riots in Lima, Peru
1 week agoDiosdado Cabello called on all Venezuelans to join the militia to defend the country, regardless of whether they are Chavistas or not.
Costa Rica sees no warning signs from the US military presence in the Caribbean.
Multiple military and intelligence sources told the New York Times: - The Caribbean deployment suggests imminent bombings or commando operations inside Venezuela. - The real U.S. objective in Venezuela is to remove Maduro "one way or another."
1 week agoDonald Trump warns the Maduro regime that it will pay an incalculable price if it does not accept all deportees immediately.
Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 - 58 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia
Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 - 15 km ENE of Bahía de Caráquez, Ecuador
The UN denounces the Venezuelan regime's "sustained and systematic pattern" of arresting relatives of opposition figures to generate fear and social control.
Protests and blockades, due to labor demands, paralyzed the city of Oaxaca, generating traffic chaos due to the closure of the capital's main streets.
The Venezuelan National Assembly unanimously approved the Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with Russia in its first reading.
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 27 km WNW of Jipijapa, Ecuador
1 week agoEcuadorian President Daniel Noboa says he will prosecute for "terrorism" anyone who pressures farmers to protest the elimination of the diesel subsidy.
FBI Director calls for drug cartels like the Cartel of the Suns to be treated the same as terrorist groups like Al Qaeda
"No, I haven't": Trump denies talks with members of his administration to prepare for "regime change" in Venezuela.
The FANB continues military exercises in La Orchila: "This country has someone to defend it."
1 week agoPeru: Protests block access to Machu Picchu, leaving thousands of tourists stranded. At least 1,400 tourists were evacuated by train to Cusco after police managed to unblock the tracks. The protesters are protesting against the company that manages bus transportation to Machu Picchu, which has continued to operate despite the concession expiring two weeks ago.
China backs Venezuela, warns US against ‘bullying’ after second deadly sea raid
The Pentagon: "F-35B Lightning II aircraft from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 225 are now in Puerto Rico."
The Pentagon: "F-35 are ready to confront the cartels whose illicit activities have had devastating consequences for Americans for decades."
The Pentagon: US F-35 fighters are already in Puerto Rico to "confront cartels" in the Caribbean.
1 week agoVenezuelan military test firing an Igla at a target flare on Isla Orchilla last night during large scale military exercises on the island from the Marines, Navy and military aviation