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Israel Alerts Uruguay to Hezbollah’s Growing Connections with Local Organized Crime

Israel Alerts Uruguay to Hezbollah's Growing Connections with Local Organized Crime

The Israeli embassy in Montevideo has alerted Uruguay about Hezbollah’s increasing power in South America, as reported by Argentine news outlet Infobae. Yigal Exdesman, the deputy head of the Israeli embassy, discussed at a local event how Iranian-backed groups collaborate closely with organized crime. He offered assistance in drafting legislation to identify groups that should […]

José ‘Pepe’ Mujica, former guerrilla and ex-president of Uruguay, passes away at 89.

Former President of Uruguay, Jose Mujica, has died at 89, leaving behind a legacy marked by a commitment to democracy, a simple lifestyle, and a relatable philosophy that inspired many worldwide. The announcement was made by current Uruguayan President Yamandu Orsi on social media, where he referred to Mujica as “the president, activist, guide, and […]

Uruguay election: Leftist opposition candidate Orsi wins with 90 percent turnout

Uruguay's leftist opposition candidate Yamandou Orsi declared victory in a close presidential run-off on Sunday, ousting the conservative government that had ruled for the past five years. As vote counting continues, presidential candidate Alvaro Delgado of the centre-right ruling coalition concedes defeat to his challenger. “I feel sad, but I don't feel guilty and I […]

Uruguay election: opposition centre-left figure Yamandu Orsi wins presidential runoff | Uruguay

Center-left opposition candidate Yamandou Orsi secured victory in Uruguay's presidential election, securing victory with 97% of the vote, making the South American nation the latest to rebuke an incumbent party in a landmark year. This was revealed on Sunday. election. According to official results, Yamandou Orsi, who was considered the favorite by several points before […]

Uruguay defeats Canada to take Copa America third-place match

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Luis Suarez scored the tying goal two minutes into added time and Uruguay overcame a 2-2 draw with Canada on Saturday night to win 4-3 on penalties and move into third place in the Copa America. Uruguay goalkeeper Sergio Rocher stopped a weak penalty kick from Ismael Koné who stumbled on Canada’s […]

Uruguay players brawl with Colombia fans at Copa America

Things got heated on Tuesday after the Copa America semi-final between Colombia and Uruguay. After Colombia booked their place in the final with a 1-0 win over Argentina, the game was closely fought at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, with both teams battling it out in midfield. Chaos after the end of […]

Copa América: Lerma guides 10-man Colombia past Uruguay | Copa América

Colombia beat Uruguay 1-0 in the Copa America semi-final on Thursday despite being down to 10 men before halftime. A header from Jefferson Lerma set up the title-deciding match against defending champions Argentina. Uruguay’s Darwin Nunez missed several chances in the first half and Colombia paid him a painful farewell in the 39th minute when […]