Brazil
Lula chooses dialogue as Trump becomes the central test of his fourth term
Brazil will defend sovereignty while seeking relief from US tariffs, sanctions and security pressure without weakening its ties with China.
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Brazil
Latin America
More than 300 US troops arrive in Colombia for expanded security training
Southern Vanguard 2026 combines counter-narcotics, drone, cyber and medical exercises while reopening a constitutional debate over foreign forces.
Latin America
Kast faces domestic backlash over Chile's entry into Trump's Shield of the Americas
The government calls the US-led initiative a non-binding political declaration, but former presidents and opposition lawmakers question its economic, security and sovereignty provisions.
Latin America
Colombia seeks joint US military operations against armed drug networks
Pete Hegseth said President Abelardo de la Espriella's new government requested US participation in operations inside Colombia and would join a regional security initiative led by Washington.
Latin America
Dominican Republic expels Cuban diplomats as regional alignments shift
Santo Domingo ordered Cuban diplomatic personnel and their families to leave without explaining the decision, prompting a sharp response from Havana and demands for clarity at home.