Military to Send Hundreds of Troops to Latin America to Assist in Fighting Cartels
U.S. Army Deploys Soldiers to Latin America The U.S. Army is sending hundreds of soldiers to Latin America as part of an initiative aimed at training local forces and potentially conducting operations against terrorist drug cartels. This deployment occurs amid Mexico’s ongoing reluctance to fully cooperate with the U.S. in combating these organizations, particularly as […]
Military Deploys 600 Troops to Latin America as Trump Intensifies Pressure on Drug Cartels
Troop Deployment to Latin America A battalion of 600 soldiers from Fort Drum in New York is now deploying to Latin America. This unit belongs to the 10th Mountain Division and is part of the Pentagon’s efforts to address drug trafficking within the region, according to a report by the New York Times. The troops […]
Communists in Latin America Support One Another at the U.N. During Conservative Surge
Support Among Repressive Regimes at UN General Assembly The communist governments of Cuba and Nicaragua recently took the opportunity at the United Nations General Assembly to bolster each other’s positions—without acknowledging the devastating impact their policies have had on their citizens. Both nations were represented by their foreign ministers, yet neither spoke about the long-standing […]
David Henrie states that Latin mass is growing in popularity as younger generations pursue their faith.
David Henry Sees a Rise in Young Churchgoers Disney actor David Henry is heartened by the growing trend of young people attending church, suggesting it indicates a significant cultural shift as they seek a connection with God. Every time Henry goes to Mass, he notices an increasing number of young faces. “I see it everywhere,” […]
Latin America leans right as crime and penalties change the political landscape.
President Trump Congratulates Colombian Presidential Candidate President Trump has extended his congratulations to Abelardo de la Espriela, popularly dubbed “El Tigre,” following the initial vote counts. While nothing has been formally declared yet, his slim lead indicates a potential shift to the right in Colombia’s political landscape. Latin America’s political scene appears to be undergoing […]
Research: Russia Running Misinformation Campaigns in 13 Latin American Nations
Investigation Reveals Russian Influence in Latin America A new investigation from Brazil’s independent news agency, Agencia Lupa, has unveiled that Russia runs a broad network of influence and misinformation across 13 Latin American countries. This strategy aims to capitalize on anti-American and anti-European sentiments. The report, titled “Russian Influence Operations in Latin America,” gathers numerous […]
Peru’s election might change the power dynamics in Latin America and affect relations with the US.
Peru’s Critical Presidential Runoff Election Approaches Peruvians are set to participate in a significant presidential runoff on June 7, a vote that could reshape the nation’s future and influence the political dynamics within Latin America. Two candidates are in the running for the presidency, with Keiko Fujimori, representing the conservative camp, advocating for law and […]
SOUTHCOM initiates the first self-operating military command in Latin America
The U.S. military has announced the formation of a new autonomous combat command aimed at deploying advanced unmanned systems throughout Latin America. This move, the first of its kind from a combat command, was revealed by General Francis Donovan, who leads the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). In a statement made on Tuesday, Donovan mentioned that […]
Mercado Libre in Latin America Stops Its Cryptocurrency
Simply put Mercado Libre has ended its Mercado coin after four years of unsuccessful trials. The company’s new stablecoin takes the place of Mercadocoin’s loyalty token. Nubank’s Nucoin failure highlights a broader issue with reward tokens across the industry. The major e-commerce platform in Latin America has quietly phased out its ERC-20 loyalty token, which […]
A US official states that China, Russia, and Iran are losing influence in Latin America.
New U.S. Strategy Against Cartels in Latin America Joseph M. Humia, the Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Homeland Defense and Inter-American Security Affairs, shared that the United States is implementing a comprehensive security strategy in Latin America. The goal? To dismantle transnational criminal organizations and counter the increasing influence of geopolitical rivals. At […]