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Alcoholism: A “silent” health problem in Uruguay

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:17

Montevideo, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) Alcohol consumption is a public health issue in Uruguay, stated Gabriel Rossi, the Secretary General for Drug Issues.

Italy closes National gathering of solidarity with Cuba

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:17

Rome, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) The National Italy-Cuba Friendship Association (ANAIC) concluded an event in Tuscany addressing the situation on the island in the face of the intensified blockade and threats of war from the United States, according to a statement.

Colombia: Concerns raised regarding Peace Agreement risks

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:17

Bogota, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) — The implementation of Colombia's 2016 Peace Agreement is at risk, warned Rodrigo Londono, former commander-in-chief of the General Staff of the defunct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia–People's Army (FARC-EP).

Cuban FM highlights solidarity with the people of Venezuela

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:17

Havana, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez stated that the presence of rescue workers from the island in Venezuela to support search and rescue operations demonstrates, once again, solidarity with that nation's people.

Iran denies holding technical meeting with the United States

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:15

Tehran, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi denied that a meeting between Iranian and US technical teams is scheduled for this week, despite reports from various sources about a possible meeting in Qatar.

Putin says Russian army to achieve its goals in Ukraine

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:14

Moscow, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) President Vladimir Putin stated that Russian troops will do everything possible to achieve the goals of the special military operation in Ukraine.

Former Dominican President Leonel Fernandez demands lower fuel prices

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:14

Santo Domingo, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) Former Dominican Republic President Leonel Fernandez demanded the government to reduce gasoline prices, arguing that the price of a barrel of oil has returned to around $70.

Paraguay: FMs prepare for MERCOSUR summit

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:14

Asuncion, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) The foreign ministers of the member countries of the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) in the Paraguayan city of Luque, ahead of the 68th Summit of Heads of State of this integration bloc and Associated States.

Bolivia’s National Museum of Art celebrates National Saya Day

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:14

La Paz, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) Bolivia's National Museum of Art (MNA) is celebrating National Afro-Bolivian Saya Day, a living musical and dance expression, as established by Law 1559 of April 17, 2024.

Brazil hosts LatAm-Carib university deans’ forum

Published on: June 29, 2026
14:14

Brasilia, Jun 29 (Prensa Latina) Brazil is hosting the 1st Forum of University Deans of Latin America and the Caribbean, an initiative that seeks to strengthen university cooperation and regional integration through a common agenda in higher education.

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