8 January 2026 Archives

Communist Party of China evaluates work of state institutions

Published on: January 8, 2026
10:20

Beijing, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) The Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) reviewed reports from the National People's Congress, the State Council, the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, the Supreme Court, and the Procuratorate.

23 convicted in Brazil’s coup plot remain in prison in 2026

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:56

Brasilia, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) Brazil's Supreme Court reached 2026 with 29 people convicted for their participation in the attempted coup, and of that number, 23 are currently imprisoned, 14 of them in closed facilities, including former President Jair Bolsonaro.

Euro-Med calls on IOC, FIFA sanctions on Israel for Gaza crimes

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:55

Ramallah, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) The Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor (Euro-Med Monitor) called on Thursday the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) to take steps against Israel for its crimes in the occupied territories, especially in Gaza.

Spain reaffirms criticism of the US, Latam uncertainty

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:55

Madrid, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) Spain reiterated its criticism of the United States for its military action in Venezuela, which "clearly violates International Law," and pointed to uncertainty in Latin America and the Caribbean.

India launches new platform for science diplomacy discussion

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:50

New Delhi, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) India announced that an initiative for the discussion of science diplomacy will be held as part of the Raisina Dialogue 2026, taking place here from March 5 to 7.

Rejection grows over Israel’s new West Bank settlements

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:50

Ramallah, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) Palestinian National Council (PNC) Chairman Rawhi Fattouh condemned on Thursday the Israeli decision to build more than 3,400 homes for settlers in the occupied West Bank and warned that the measure represents a dangerous escalation.

Military escalation in northern Syria kills dozens

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:49

Damascus, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) The recent escalation of violence in northern Syria, specifically in the northern city of Aleppo, has left at least 10 dead and nearly 100 wounded among civilians, it was reported here.

China warns of Japan’s nuclear and military ambitions

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:48

Beijing, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) China criticized on Thursday the growing nuclear and military ambitions of Japan's right-wing forces, considering them a serious threat to regional peace and the post-war international order.

Farmers protest in Paris against EU-MERCOSUR deal

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:47

Paris, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) French farmers used their tractors on Thursday to block emblematic sites in this capital to protest the free trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and MERCOSUR, a deal they consider to promote unfair competition.

Cubans commemorate rebels’ triumphal entry into Havana

Published on: January 8, 2026
09:47

Havana, Jan 8 (Prensa Latina) The 67th anniversary of the Rebel Army's entry into this capital, after defeating the forces of dictator Fulgencio Batista and with Fidel Castro at the helm, is being celebrated in Cuba on Thursday.

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