Elections
Colombia military operation targets Hernando Forero Mosquera
Military strike against alleged rebel leader occurs days after new president's inauguration
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Latin America & Caribbean
Regional reporting associated with Latin America & Caribbean.
General News
Jorge Messi, Father and Longtime Adviser of Lionel Messi, Dies at 68
As reported on August 8, 2026, Jorge Messi passed away at age 68, reportedly Friday night around 10 p.m. local time in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, according to Infobae and other Argentine and Spanish reports.
General News
Trump threatens Tehran over Iran’s nuclear ambitions, citing Venezuela as precedent for a potential coup
Former U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran of a possible coup due to its nuclear ambitions, citing Venezuela as a historical example
Sports
Argentina announces special day to celebrate World Cup semis win over England
Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and Home | Mail Online. First detected August 6, 2026 at 12:00 UTC.
General News
Trump Administration Revokes Visa of Brazil’s Ambassador in the U.S.
Reported by NYT > World News and South China Morning Post. First detected August 5, 2026 at 01:16 UTC.
Elections
Brazil's Lula Launches Fourth Term Re‑Election Bid
80‑year‑old President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launches a campaign for a final term in São Paulo, saying he’s in great shape and naming Flavio Bolsonaro as his chief rival.
General News
Cuba's national electric grid collapses again
Reported by PerthNow and South China Morning Post. First detected August 3, 2026 at 04:30 UTC.
General News
Brazil's Lula, 80, says 'in great shape' as he launches reelection bid
Reported by france24.com and South China Morning Post. First detected August 2, 2026 at 17:38 UTC.
Sports
FIFA open disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over Falkland Islands banner as two stars are accused of ASSAULT f…
Reported by Home | Mail Online and The Kyiv Independent. First detected July 29, 2026 at 17:13 UTC.
Elections
Haiti Sets First Presidential Election in a Decade for December 13, 2026
Electoral council postpones earlier timetable amid widespread gang violence; vote still dependent on security and funding improvements.
General News
Brazil recalls Argentina ambassador after Milei insults Lula at Flavio Bolsonaro campaign launch
Reported by france24.com and Legit.ng. First detected July 27, 2026 at 07:58 UTC.