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Uruguay coach yells at reporter following World Cup exit

Uruguay coach yells at reporter following World Cup exit

After World Cup Exit, Uruguay’s Coach Expresses Frustration Uruguay’s coach, Marcelo Bielsa, didn’t hold back his emotions following the final whistle. Needing at least a draw to continue in the World Cup, Bielsa confronted the media after his team’s disappointing 1-0 loss to Spain at Mexico’s Estadio Akron. As the journalist hesitated before starting the […]

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 […]