16 October 2026 Archives

US moves at the UN to curb support for Cuba decried in Italy

Published on: October 16, 2026
09:44

Rome, Oct 16 (Prensa Latina) — The National Italy-Cuba Friendship Association (ANAIC) has denounced that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is blackmailing national delegations at the UN to prevent them from voting in favor of a Cuban resolution condemning the blockade.

China reaffirms support for two-state solution for Palestine

Published on: October 16, 2026
09:44

Beijing, Oct 16 (Prensa Latina) China reiterated support for a two-state solution as a key way to resolve the Palestinian issue, demanding an effective ceasefire in Gaza and humanitarian access guarantees.

Chile’s President makes a state visit to Bolivia

Published on: October 16, 2026
09:44

Santiago, Chile, Oct 16 (Prensa Latina) Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast arrived in Bolivia to strengthen economic ties and cooperation between the two countries, which do not have diplomatic relations and keep a historical territorial dispute.

Iran warns that any passage through Hormuz requires coordination

Published on: October 16, 2026
09:44

Tehran, Oct 16 (Prensa Latina) Iranian Army Deputy Coordinator Habibollah Sayyari reportedly affirmed that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and warned that any passage must be coordinated with the Iranian Armed Forces.

UN chief calls to ensure universal access to food

Published on: October 16, 2026
09:44

Rome, Oct 16 (Prensa Latina) United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for strengthening international efforts to ensure everyone has access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food on World Food Day.

Panama: Solidarity group calls for ending US blockade against Cuba

Published on: October 16, 2026
09:44

Panama City, Oct 16 (Prensa Latina) The National Coordinating Committee of Solidarity with Cuba in Panama has reportedly urged the country's government to support a resolution calling for an end to the United States' blockade against the island.

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