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Divided Europe addresses the aftermath of the Ceuta crisis

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:37

Paris, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) The European Union (EU) has required interior ministers to postpone their vacations to address the migration crisis in Ceuta—an event that first and foremost exposed the bloc's internal divisions on the issue.

Uruguayan exports rebounded in July

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:37

Montevideo, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) Uruguay's exports—including those from free trade zones—totaled $7.819 billion in the first seven months of the year, representing a 2% year-on-year increase and a stronger rebound in the seventh month, it was reported today.

Chile plans to create agency to liquidate assets of organized crime

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:37

Santiago, Chile, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) The Chilean government is considering submitting a bill to the National Congress to create an agency to manage and liquidate assets seized from organized crime, allocating those resources to other institutions.

Brazil: Alleged plots for attacks during elections thwarted

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:37

Brasilia, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) The Federal District Civil Police (PCDF) carried out an operation against a group under investigation for planning alleged attacks and the storming of public buildings in Brasilia during the 2026 general elections.

Evidence of anomalies in Colombia’s presidential election revealed

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:37

Bogota, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) Investigation results released in Colombia reportedly reveal multiple irregularities associated with the presidential vote, following which the National Electoral Council proclaimed Abelardo de la Espriella the winner.

Spain seeks to normalize situation in Ceuta amid tensions

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:36

Madrid, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) European Union (EU) interior ministers are meeting virtually to discuss tensions surrounding the migration crisis in Ceuta, with ramifications in Melilla.

ECLAC presents recommendations to the region in a time of changes

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:36

Santiago, Chile, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) In light of the deep changes that have been recorded in the world over the last few decades, a high-level ECLAC commission will present its report with recommendations for the region to thrive in the new geopolitical era.

Nicaragua reaffirms commitment to Latin American integration

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:35

Managua, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) The President of Nicaragua's National Assembly (Parliament), Gustavo Porras, reaffirmed his country's commitment to the integration of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Colombia: Senator Cepeda rejects attempt to criminalize opposers

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:35

Bogota, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) Former presidential candidate and Senator Ivan Cepeda rejected any attempt to obstruct the right of Colombia's progressive movement to act as the political opposition.

Bolivia appoints new minister of the Presidency

Published on: August 5, 2026
09:35

La Paz, Aug 4 (Prensa Latina) Former Foreign Minister, Fernando Aramayo, was appointed as the new Minister of the Presidency of Bolivia, after being sworn in by the Head of State, Rodrigo Paz, during a ceremony held at the Casa Grande del Pueblo, the seat of government.

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