6 August 2026 Archives

Cubans residing in Panama condemn US interference on free trade zone

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:46

Panama City, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) The Marti Association of Cubans Residing in Panama (Amcrp) rejected statements made by US Ambassador Kevin Marino Cabrera, deeming them an infringement upon legitimate trade between companies in the Colon Free Zone (CFZ) and the island.

Chile: Regrets over withdrawal from the Non-Aligned Movement

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:46

Santiago, Chile, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) Former Chilean foreign ministers and foreign relations experts have expressed regret over the decision by Jose Antonio Kast's government to leave the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) after 55 years of membership.

Cuba honors brigade that assisted Venezuela on recovery from quakes

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:45

Havana, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel awarded the "For Bravery During Service" medal to members of the Search and Rescue Brigade that participated in relief efforts following the earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, the Presidency reported on its website.

Panama Canal reduces draft for vessels due to El Nino effects

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:45

Panama City, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) The Panama Canal reportedly announced a gradual reduction in the maximum authorized draft for vessels transiting the Neopanamax locks.

Belarus to host two military exercises in October

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:44

Minsk, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) The Belarusian Defense Ministry announced that the country will conduct Nerushimoe Bratstvo-2026 and Barier-2026 drills in October, organized by the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO).

Japan commemorates 81st anniversary of first atomic bombing

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:44

Tokyo, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui urged world leaders to wipe out nuclear weapons, amid growing international tensions, while commemorating the 81st anniversary of the first US atomic attack on Japan.

Presidents of Ecuador and Argentina to meet in Quito

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:44

Quito, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) Argentine President Javier Milei will meet in this capital with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, in a meeting expected to result in the signing of agreements.

Mexican FM makes official visit to Brazil

Published on: August 6, 2026
12:44

Brasilia, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) Mexican Foreign Secretary Roberto Velasco is making an official visit to Brazil to meet with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira.

Iran conditions reopening of Hormuz when US threats end

Published on: August 6, 2026
09:26

Tehran, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed as long as US threats against Iran and the maritime blockade imposed on Tehran continue, Behnam Saeedi, secretary of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, affirmed.

Chileans travel to Cuba for Fidel Castro’s 100th birthday

Published on: August 6, 2026
09:26

Santiago, Chile, Aug 6 (Prensa Latina) More than 150 Chileans departed for Cuba to participate in the commemorative program for the 100th birthday of the historic leader of the Revolution, Fidel Castro (1926-2016).

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