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Rodent infestation threatens Palestinians in Gaza

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:38

Ramallah, May 8 (Prensa Latina) The devastation and overcrowding in the Gaza Strip have led to a rodent infestation, a crisis that threatens the lives of more than two million Palestinians, a UN agency warned on Friday.

Cuban Foreign Minister denounces multidimensional US aggression

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:38

Havana, May 8 (Prensa Latina) Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez denounced in an interview with ABC the multidimensional aggression of the United States against Cuba, with serious damage caused by the energy blockade and the new secondary coercive measures.

Brazil enacts agreement to streamline MERCOSUR trade

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:37

Brasilia, May 8 (Prensa Latina) The Brazilian government enacted the Trade Facilitation Agreement of the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR), a measure aimed at simplifying and streamlining negotiations and operations within the regional bloc.

Ethiopia-Turkiye Business Forum seeks to expand economic ties

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:37

Addis Ababa, May 8 (Prensa Latina) The Ethiopia-Turkiye Business Forum holds sessions in this capital on Friday aimed at expanding economic cooperation and further strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries, focusing on key sectors such as trade and investment.

Putin declares a ceasefire to mark Victory Day

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:37

Moscow, May 8 (Prensa Latina) The two-day unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine, declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin to mark Victory Day, began on Friday, the Defense Ministry announced.

Bolivia: Tension prevails over land bill

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:37

La Paz, May 8 (Prensa Latina) Social tension prevails in this nation after the Chamber of Deputies rejected adding to the agenda the debate on the bill that proposes repealing Law 1720 on land conversion.

France commemorates 81st anniversary of the defeat of fascism

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:36

Paris, May 8 (Prensa Latina) France hosted various activities, centered in the capital, to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. The celebration was led by President Emmanuel Macron.

China involved in Middle East peace solution

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:36

Beijing, May 8 (Prensa Latina) China stated that it maintains communication with Iran and other parties involved in the Middle East to promote a cessation of hostilities and encourage dialogue amid regional tensions.

Uruguay condemns any attempt of military aggression against Cuba

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:36

Montevideo, May 8 (Prensa Latina) The Montevideo Departmental Council approved a declaration condemning "any attempt of intervention or military deployment against the Republic of Cuba".

Three dead in new Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon

Published on: May 9, 2026
15:36

Beirut, May 8 (Prensa Latina) At least three people, including a member of the Lebanese Civil Defense, were killed in new Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon, amid artillery bombardments and attempted ground incursions into border areas.

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