US Revokes Visas of 7 Former Ecuadorian Officials
The U.S. State Department has revoked visas for seven former Ecuadorian officials and their immediate families over alleged corruption tied to drug-trafficking and terrorist organizations.
Israel Seeks to Strip Citizenship of ‘NAZA’ Filmmakers
Israel's Culture Minister has announced plans to revoke the citizenship of the directors behind the documentary 'NAZA,' which recently won an award at the Venice Film Festival.
Small Plane Goes Missing Over Colombia With 5 Aboard
Colombian aviation authorities lost contact with a Cessna carrying five people as it flew toward Bogotá, triggering an emergency search in a remote mountainous area.
Colombia Launches Search After Small Plane Vanishes
Colombian aviation authorities have activated search and rescue protocols after losing contact with a small aircraft carrying five people between Condoto and Guaymaral, with an emergency beacon detected near Cerro Tatamá.
Russian Drone Hits Train Near Poland After Officials’ Trip
A Russian drone struck a train engine at Yahodyn, just 2km from the Polish border, minutes after Boris Johnson and other European security officials had traveled the same rail line. No casualties were reported.
BRICS Bloc Calls for Restraint on Middle East War
On the opening day of their annual summit in New Delhi, BRICS leaders unanimously adopted a joint declaration voicing deep concern over the conflict in the Middle East and urging all parties to exercise maximum restraint.
Mexico City Keeps Ozone Alert Active in Valley Region
Environmental authorities have extended Phase 1 of the atmospheric contingency in the Valley of Mexico due to high ozone concentrations, urging residents to limit outdoor exposure.
Canada Reportedly Seeks Closer Ties as EU Associate Member
According to a Wall Street Journal report cited by La Jornada, Canada is exploring a new, deeper relationship with the European Union that would go beyond its existing trade pact and edge closer to formal partnership status.
FBI Seeks Colombian Lawyer Accused of Leaking Data to Mafia
A Colombian attorney is reportedly being sought by the FBI for allegedly tipping off drug traffickers about confidential prosecutions and asset-seizure efforts, according to an internal Prosecutor's Office document.
Elena Poniatowska Reflects on Mexico’s Ayöök Language
Renowned Mexican author Elena Poniatowska turns her attention to Ayöök (Mixe), an indigenous language spoken in Oaxaca, in a new opinion column for La Jornada.