Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has called for stronger and better-equipped armed forces ahead of the presidential election scheduled for October this year. During his visit to the Avibras aerospace facility in São Paulo, President Lula highlighted the importance of developing homegrown defense capabilities and ensuring Brazil's military remains prepared, trained, and adequately staffed. The Brazilian defense company, known for producing missiles, rockets, and aerospace technology, has resumed operations after facing financial difficulties and worker strikes.

Lula Pushes For Powerful Brazilian Military Ahead Of Election | Visits Aerospace Facility

Nearly a month after devastating twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's central coast, survivors continue to face immense hardship. The powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes claimed over 5,000 lives, displaced nearly 18,000 people, and caused an estimated $19.6 billion in damages, according to the World Bank. Families are still searching for missing loved ones while hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure remain heavily damaged. Mental health experts have also raised alarms over rising trauma, depression, and suicide risks among survivors struggling to rebuild their lives.

Venezuela Earthquake disaster deepens | Thousands homeless, trauma crisis grows | Venezuela crisis

Venezuela's former President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores are set to face trial in the United States after a federal judge scheduled the start of proceedings for June 1, 2027. The couple appeared in a US federal court more than six months after being captured during a US military operation. Maduro and Flores have pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearms charges. The defense is expected to challenge the legality of their capture and argue claims related to immunity from prosecution.

The case has sparked strong reactions, with supporters of Maduro demanding his release while opponents accuse him of dictatorship and supporting criminal activities. Watch the latest updates on Maduro's US trial, Venezuela politics, international law, and global affairs.

US Court sets trial date for Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro and Wife | Drug Trafficking Case

In Latin America the region with the second-highest deaths related to COVID-19. The region is now enduring an oxygen shortage, hospitals are unable to meet the demands and patients continue to suffer.

Struggle for Oxygen in Latin America, people pay high prices for oxygen tanks

Economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic in Latin America and the Caribbean will be slower than the return to productivity. Watch report.

Economic impact of COVID-19 on Latin America

A new report of United Nations claims Latin America's economy to contract by 9%. The pandemic exposes the Latin America's Economic fragility.

UN report claims Latin America's economy to contract by 9%

Belarusian authorities have said they suspect the men entered their country to plot “acts of terrorism” and destabilise it before an Aug. 9 presidential election.

Belarus suspects Russian mercenaries preparing acts of terrorism

Ever since the Coronavirus began breaching borders, countries across the world decided to release prisoners. Latin American nations refrained and now prisons have turned into hotspots.

Gravitas: Inside El Salvador's crammed prisons