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Colombia Turns Hard Right After De la Espriella’s Inauguration

This marks a pivot toward U.S., Israeli security partners, reviving force-first anti-drug tactics.

U.S.-Backed Talks Begin in Caracas to Chart Venezuela’s Political Transition

U.S. Labels Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations

Colombia Runoff Set for June 21 After First Round Sparks Coercion Claims

Bolivia Approves Law Letting President Use Military to Clear Nationwide Blockades

Bolivian Legislature Approves Law Allowing Military to Clear Roadblocks

U.S. Boat Strikes Intensify After Weekend Attacks Kill Five, Lifting Toll Near 185

U.S. Strike on Suspected Drug Boat in Caribbean Kills 3

U.S. Condemns China Over Surge in Panama-Flagged Ship Detentions

Venezuela Advances Mining Overhaul as U.S. Confirms $100 Million Gold Transfer and Clears Limited Deals With Minerven

SOUTHCOM Nominee Donovan Deflects on Venezuela, Vows to Refuse Illegal Orders

U.S. Starts Venezuelan Oil Imports With Initial 30–50 Million-Barrel Shipment

Holsey Retires Early From SOUTHCOM, Pettus Named Acting Commander

U.S. Expands Naval Buildup Off Venezuela With Cruiser and Submarine En Route

El Salvador Authorizes Indefinite Presidential Terms With U.S. Endorsement