1 August 2026 Archives

Chile: Broad opposition to privatizing copper company

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:13

Chile, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) From miners to political leaders, there was widespread rejection this week of the far-right's proposal to privatize the National Copper Corporation (Codelco), a strategic Chilean company and a pillar of the country's social development.

Russian army took control of 32 settlements in July

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:13

Moscow, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) All along July, Russian army units took control of 32 settlements across the Ukrainian regions of Kharkiv and Sumy, as well as Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia, the Ministry of Defense reported.

Ecuador: Demands for access to information on enforced disappearances

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:13

Quito, August 1 (Prensa Latina) Human rights defenders and relatives of missing persons have demanded that the Ecuadorian State release military documents they consider crucial for advancing investigations into enforced disappearances.

Constitutional reform seeks to strengthen peace, says Daniel Ortega

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:13

Managua, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) Nicaraguan Co-President Daniel Ortega stated that the constitutional reform—currently undergoing a national consultation process—aims to strengthen peace and ensure that electoral processes serve national interests.

Mexican union reaffirms solidarity with Cuba

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:13

Mexico City, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The National Autonomous University of Mexico Workers' Union (Stunam) expressed solidarity with Cuba during the opening of its 43rd Congress, the island's embassy here reported.

Puerto Rican pro-independence leadership denounces smear campaign

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

San Juan, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The Puerto Rican Independence Party (PIP) warned that the Popular Democratic Party (PPD) has resorted "to the vilest smear tactics to falsely accuse us of what they call an immoral scheme."

Nicaragua: Constitutional reform shields “People as President” model

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

Managua, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The proposed constitutional reform in Nicaragua seeks to strengthen the rule of law, preserve the "People as President" model, and ensure that electoral processes align with national interests.

Mexican university to administer verification exam

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

Mexico City, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) announced that it will administer an in-person verification entrance exam following irregularities in this year's admission test—the first to be held online.

Visual art to evoke Fidel Castro’s humanism in Cuba

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

Havana, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) Cuba is preparing to commemorate the centenary of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro on August 13; his legacy as one of the greatest political leaders of all time will be highlighted in a tribute exhibition.

Mexico reaffirms support for Cuba and commitment to send material aid

Published on: August 1, 2026
17:55

Mexico City, Jul 31 (Prensa Latina) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed her support for Cuba and the continued delivery of material aid to the island, amidst the tightening of the economic and energy blockade imposed by the United States.

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