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El Mayo Zambada Sentencing Delayed Again in U.S.: What's Behind the Second Postponement

The long-awaited sentencing hearing of Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, one of the most powerful figures in the history of the Sinaloa cartel, has been postponed for a second time in a federal court in the United States, adding another layer of uncertainty to a closely watched case.

Latin America

Rubio Congratulates Mexico's New Foreign Minister, Stresses Bilateral Cooperation in First Call

Velasco has experience working closely with U.S. officials, leading multiple high-level bilateral and trilateral negotiations on security, migration, the economy, border issues and shared water management, among other areas.

Politics

Human Rights Watchdog Confirms Political Prisoners Excluded From Cuba's 2,000-Inmate Pardon

Human Rights Watch said Cuba's recent pardon of more than 2,000 inmates did not include political prisoners, reinforcing earlier concerns raised by other rights groups that the measure would exclude detainees jailed for dissent.

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A Hugo Chávez Loyalist Co-Producer on Melania Trump's Documentary: Who is Max Sánchez Arbeláiz

A former Chávez insider who once moved through the upper ranks of Venezuelan diplomacy has resurfaced in a highly unlikely place, as a co-producer on Melania, the glossy Amazon-backed documentary built around first lady Melania Trump.

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'El 85' Pleads Guilty in Washington, CJNG Founder Faces Life Sentence

Erick Valencia Salazar, better known as 'El 85,' pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court in Washington to conspiring to distribute cocaine for unlawful importation into the United States, a major courtroom turn for a man U.S. authorities describe as one of the founders of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, or CJNG

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Maduro's Defense Suffers New Setback as Judge Bars Sharing Evidence With Co-Defendants Still Free in Venezuela

A federal judge in New York has denied a request by attorneys for Nicolás Maduro Moros and Cilia Flores de Maduro to share discovery material with other co-defendants who have not yet been arrested, handing U.S. prosecutors a procedural win in one of the most closely watched criminal cases involving Venezuela's former ruling circle.

Latin America

Authorities Identify Ninth Missing Miner in Sinaloa; One Worker Remains Missing

The search for the engineers and miners has led to the discovery of at least six clandestine graves in the area around El Verde since Feb. 3, where 14 bodies have been recovered, several of them still unidentified.

Latin America

Genaro García Luna's Attorneys Request Hearing to Defend Appeal in Corruption Case

García Luna's attorneys argued the process was "irreparably tainted." Among the issues raised, they claim evidence was withheld from the former official and that at least four witnesses lied about the facts presented during the case.

El Mencho's Stepson Emerges as Leading Heir After His Killing But He 'Still Lacks Influence,' Expert Says

Latin America

Are Baby Cartels the Future of Drug Trafficking After El Mencho's Death?

Colombian security experts are warning that the reported fall of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," the leader of the powerful Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) may not weaken organized crime in Mexico as much as many expect.

Argentinan doctor death propofol fentanyl parties probe

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Argentina Doctor's Death Triggers Criminal Probe Into Missing Fentanyl and Stolen Propofol Medical Parties

The death of a young doctor in Buenos Aires has exploded into a scandal now rattling Argentina's medical establishment, after investigators traced powerful hospital anesthetics found at the scene to a major private hospital and began probing allegations that doctors and residents were using stolen fentanyl and propofol at private parties.

Cecilia Garcia Ramblas buscadora killed mexico

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Cecilia García Ramblas Found Her Brother's Remains, Then Was Killed Searching for Other Victims of Violence in Mexico

The killing of Cecilia García Ramblas, a 28-year-old volunteer who searched for people who had disappeared due to organized crime violence, has shocked Mexico and cast renewed attention on the thousands of families forced to look for loved ones when the state cannot or will not find them.

Loaded Oil Tanker Reportedly Docks In Cuban Port Despite U.S. Blockade

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Russia Says It Will Not Abandon Cuba as Second Oil Delivery Gets Underway

Russia is preparing a second oil shipment to Cuba, a fresh sign that Moscow is stepping in as Havana struggles with a punishing fuel shortage that has triggered blackouts, transportation disruptions, and broader economic paralysis.

Roberto Velasco Mexico New Foreign Minister

Latin America

The Architect of Mexico's U.S. Relationship Just Became Its Future Foreign Minister: Meet Roberto Velasco

Roberto Velasco, Mexico's next foreign minister, is not a household name outside diplomatic circles. But in Washington, policy forums, and border negotiations, he has spent years becoming one of the most visible architects of his country's relationship with the United States. His new position was announced after the current foreign minister, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, revealed that he is leaving the post for health reasons.

Justice Department Reportedly Preparing Criminal Indictment Against Venezuela's Interim Leader Delcy Rodriguez

Politics

U.S. Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez: What It Means for Washington, Caracas and Oil

The United States has removed Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodríguez from its sanctions blacklist, marking a dramatic shift in relations between Washington and Caracas, but what does it mean in practical terms?

Latin America

Solar Panels Help Clinics and Businesses in Cuba Stay Open Amid Power Outages and U.S. Oil Blockades

About 5,000 solar panel modules have been installed by the Cuban government in clinics and hospitals over the past six months. Meanwhile, at least 10,000 more clinics and centers are paying in installments for their own panels with government support.

Latin America

Case in Killing of Mexican Presidential Candidate Luis Donaldo Colosio Reopened After Convicted Killer Mario Aburto Torture Allegations

A federal court in Mexico has ordered the reopening of the case of Mario Aburto Martínez, the man convicted of assassinating presidential candidate Luis Donaldo Colosio. The ruling mandates a reset of key legal proceedings and a renewed examination of Aburto's longstanding claims that he was tortured into confessing to the crime.