Mexico, Uruguay propose 4-stage mechanism for peace in Venezuela
MONTEVIDEO, Feb 7 (NNN-EFE) — Mexico and Uruguay proposed the so-called “Montevideo Mechanism,” a four-stage process consisting of immediate dialogue,…
Central American caravan migrants stalled at Texas border eye other routes
PIEDRAS NEGRAS (Mexico), Feb 7 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Some Central American migrants seeking entry into the United States but stalled near…
Colombia: ELN Urges a Return to Peace Agreement Negotiations
BOGOTA, Feb 7 (NNN-TELESUR) — The National Liberation Army (ELN) is willing to continue peace negotiations with the Colombia government,…
UN Warns Against Politicizing Humanitarian Aid in Venezuela
UNITED NATIONS, Feb 7 (NNN-TELESUR) — The United Nations warned on Wednesday against using aid as a pawn in Venezuela after the…
Russia Approves 38 M Loan for Cuban Military Defense
HAVANA, Feb 7 (NNN-TELESUR) — A loan of US$43 million dollars is being given for the “sustainable development” of Cuba’s military,…
Death toll from Brazil dam collapse climbs to 150
RIO DE JANEIRO, Feb 7 (NNN-Xinhua) — The death toll from the collapse of a tailings dam in Brumadinho in…
US, China committed to reaching trade deal by deadline: Mnuchin
WASHINGTON, Feb 7 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Both sides in the US-China trade negotiations are making a “big commitment” to reach an…
Canada opens doors to some 750 ex-slaves from Libya
OTTAWA, Feb 7 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Canada will welcome some 750 ex-slaves from Libya as refugees, Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen said. The…
Brazil: Ex-President Lula Gets Nearly 13-Year Extra Sentence
RIO DE JANEIRO, Feb 7 (NNN-XINHUA) —Brazil’s ex-president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was sentenced to nearly 13 more years in prison on Wednesday…
Brazil: Vale loses license to operate key dam after disaster
BRASILIA, Feb 7 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Brazilian mining giant Vale has lost its license to operate the Lanjeiras dam, vital to…