21 October 2026 Archives

Persecution of Indigenous leaders in Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru

Published on: October 21, 2026
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Quito, Oct 21 (Prensa Latina) Indigenous organizations and leaders from Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru have reported threats, criminalization, and territorial dispossession faced by those who defend their communities in the Amazon.

Roger Waters calls to vote for Lula, pays tribute to Marielle Franco

Published on: October 21, 2026
12:52

Brasilia, Oct 21 (Prensa Latina) British musician Roger Waters, co-founder of the band Pink Floyd, has expressed his support for the candidacy of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and paid tribute to city councilor Marielle Franco, who was murdered in 2018.

Brazil labels Milei’s statements as offensive, an act of interference

Published on: October 21, 2026
12:52

Brasilia, Oct 21 (Prensa Latina) The Brazilian government has rejected what it termed "offenses" by Argentine President Javier Milei regarding the alleged possibility of electoral fraud, characterizing them as external interference in the nation’s democratic process.

Janones leaves hospital; continues to lead “Lula’s Army” drive

Published on: October 21, 2026
12:51

Brasilia, Oct 21 (Prensa Latina) Brazilian Congressman Andre Janones has been discharged from the hospital—having been admitted the previous day due to a cardiac arrhythmia—and has resumed his digital drive in support of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

International Scientific Convention begins at a Cuban University

Published on: October 21, 2026
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Cienfuegos, Cuba, Oct 21 (Prensa Latina) — The 4th International Scientific Convention at the “Carlos Rafael Rodriguez” University of Cienfuegos has begun, featuring researchers from six countries who have gathered to share scientific findings and strengthen academic collaboration.

Fidel Castro’s ideas highlighted in an art exhibition in Holguin

Published on: October 21, 2026
12:51

Holguin, Cuba, Oct 21 (Prensa Latina) — Artists from this eastern province have inaugurated the "Lote" Visual Arts Salon in honor of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, as part of the Iberoarte 2026 International Handicraft Fair.

Cubans in Brazil reaffirm defense of their cultural identity

Published on: October 21, 2026
12:51

Brasilia, Oct 21 (Prensa Latina) Cubans in Brazil highlighted the celebration of the island’s "Day of Culture," emphasizing the role of traditions, history, and artistic creation in preserving their national identity.

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