Americas
Lula defeats Trump ally Bolsonaro, keeping Brazil left as Latin America shifts right
October 25, 2026
'America First': Millions take to the streets
Brazil’s 159 million voters face a choice that could determine the Amazon’s survival – and it could have global repercussions too.
October 25, 2026
She Fled Maduro’s Regime. Washington Brought Her Back to Negotiate With It.
Dinorah Figuera is leading U.S.-backed talks on Venezuela’s democratic future, even as Trump embraces the officials she wants to replace
October 25, 2026
Lula’s Last Dance
Brazil’s once towering leftist leader may soon be swept away by Latin America’s right-wing tide.
October 24, 2026
A polarized Brazil heads to presidential vote Sunday with economy, corruption top of mind
Race now a coin toss between Flávio Bolsonaro and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, experts say
October 23, 2026
How the Bolsonaro Family Made a Warp Speed Political Comeback in Brazil
the dominant force in Brazilian politics after Sunday’s national election.
October 6, 2026
The Bolsonaro comeback in Brazil
Voters are all but sure to make Flávio Bolsonaro the next president
October 5, 2026
Flávio Bolsonaro Surges Past Lula, Setting Up a Bitter Brazil Election Runoff
Son of imprisoned former president finishes first, leaving leftist incumbent with fight ahead of Oct. 25 runoff
October 5, 2026
Brazil Can’t Escape the Age of Lula and Bolsonaro
September 26, 2026
Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump
The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst.
September 16, 2026
Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands
The move comes days after President Javier Milei stepped up Argentina's claims of sovereignty over the Falklands.
September 8, 2026
Canada Doesn’t Want to Be the Next Venezuela
Under his ‘Donroe’ doctrine, Trump no longer treats Venezuela as sovereign and Canada fears the same treatment
September 3, 2026
Brazil recalls Argentina ambassador after Milei insults Lula at Flavio Bolsonaro campaign launch
July 27, 2026
The US military hasn’t blown up an alleged drug boat in a month. Has the campaign worked?
July 26, 2026
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s Trial Set for June 2027
The deposed leader, accused by U.S. authorities of narcoterrorism conspiracy, has said he is innocent. His lawyers have indicated they will challenge the charges.
July 22, 2026
Brazil faces unforgiving economics after election
Whoever wins the presidential race will have to face up to the need for fiscal consolidation
July 21, 2026
