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Colombia: Petro filed a complaint against De la Espriella at ICC

Published on: September 2, 2026
13:29

Bogota, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) Former Colombian President Gustavo Petro revealed that, before leaving office, he filed a complaint with the International Criminal Court against the current head of state, Abelardo de la Espriella.

Cuban academician teaches at Angolan institute

Published on: September 2, 2026
13:29

Cienfuegos, Cuba, Sept. 2 (Prensa Latina) PhD. Armando Marin Rojas, from the University of Cienfuegos, is continuing his teaching schedule and participating in research projects at the Higher Institute of Educational Sciences (ISCED) in Bie, Angola.

Nicaraguan Parliament approves constitutional reform

Published on: September 2, 2026
13:14

Managua, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) The National Assembly (Parliament) of Nicaragua and the people gathered in the city of León unanimously approved the initiative to reform the Political Constitution, following a national consultation process—characterized by its broad and inclusive nature—that preceded this vote.

Cuba: Measures assessed to ensure water supply amidst blockade

Published on: September 2, 2026
13:14

Havana, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel met with officials and experts to assess measures for ensuring the water supply in Havana amidst the energy crisis caused by the tightening of the United States blockade.

Actor George Clooney warms up Venice with his anti-Trump message

Published on: September 2, 2026
12:45

Rome, 2 Sep (Prensa Latina) The renowned actor George Clooney criticized US President Donald Trump today during a press conference before the inaugural gala of the Venice Film Festival, where he will receive the Golden Lion, for his cinematographic career.

Panama Canal projects millions in contributions to State in 2027

Published on: September 2, 2026
12:44

Panama City, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) The Panama Canal reportedly projects contributing 3.60 billion dollars to the National Treasury in fiscal year 2027, an amount that exceeds the current year's budget by 414 million dollars.

Evangelical groups declare support for Lula in elections

Published on: September 2, 2026
11:59

Brasilia, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) Three Brazilian evangelical organizations have expressed their support for the re-election of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, in an effort to challenge the far right's influence over this voting bloc, *CartaCapital* reported. The Association of Small and Medium-Sized Evangelical Churches and Temples of Rio de Janeiro State, the Association of Evangelical Women with Christ and for Life, and the Jesus the Liberator Movement signed an open letter backing the president's candidacy for the upcoming October presidential elections.

Ecuador: Former Minister alleges torture, questions imprisonment

Published on: September 2, 2026
11:44

Quito, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) Former Ecuadorian minister Jose Serrano has alleged mistreatment and restrictions during his confinement at El Encuentro maximum-security prison and has called on international bodies to intervene to protect his safety.

Brazil: Prosecutor’s Office to weigh in on report regarding Moraes

Published on: September 2, 2026
11:44

Brasilia, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) Justice Andre Mendonca of the Supreme Federal Court has granted Brazil's Prosecutor General's Office (PGR) five days to issue an opinion on a police report that mentions his colleague, Alexandre de Moraes.

Panama: Government demanded on violations of freedom of association

Published on: September 2, 2026
11:44

Panama City, Sep 2 (Prensa Latina) Panamanian trade union organizations have called on the government to respond to the International Labour Organization (ILO) regarding allegations of violations of freedom of association; the deadline for the response expired this Tuesday.

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