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Central America July 21, 2023

Guatemalan authorities raid leftist presidential candidate's party offices

Guatemalan authorities on Friday raided the offices of Movimiento Semilla, presidential candidate Bernardo Arévalo's left-wing political party.

Europe July 20, 2023

US Ambassador argues sanctions on Macedonian businessman help country's EU bid

U.S. Ambassador to North Macedonia Angela Aggeleron on Thursday argued that sanctions against prominent businessman Jordan Kamchev may help the country's European Union membership bid.

Venezuelan Political Crisis July 20, 2023

Former Venezuelan spy chief denies smuggling over 6 tons of cocaine into Mexico, US

Retired Maj. Gen. Hugo Carvajal of Venezuela has pleaded not guilty to charges alleging he smuggled 12,300 pounds of cocaine into Mexico, which eventually made its way into the U.S.

Georgia July 20, 2023

Former Georgia police chief, his family members acquitted on conspiracy, racketeering charges

A former police chief, his son-in-law and police officer, and his wife and city manager were indicted in Georgia for conspiring to illegally profit through their positions.

Central America July 19, 2023

Parties, courts interfered in Guatemalan elections, observers' report states

A report by election observers in Guatemala accuses political parties and other actors of unnecessarily litigating the outcomes of last month's elections.

Venezuelan Political Crisis July 19, 2023

Venezuelan ex-spy chief, Chávez confidant, extradited to US on drug trafficking charges

Retired Maj. Gen. Hugo Carvajal of Venezuela, once a close advisor to Hugo Chávez, has been extradited to New York from Spain over decade-old drug trafficking charges.

Central America July 19, 2023

State Department sanctions 2 former presidents of El Salvador

Former Salvadoran Presidents Mauricio Funes and Salvador Sánchez Cerén are among dozens of officials sanctioned by the U.S. for alleged obstruction, corruption, and anti-democratic practices.

Alabama July 19, 2023

Alabama lawmakers to negotiate lease terms on a new Statehouse

A committee has been appointed to negotiate a lease agreement on a new Alabama Statehouse in dire need, as the current building lacks space and is covered in mold.

Artificial Intelligence July 18, 2023

UN Security Council debates risks, benefits of AI: 'Responsibility to future generations'

The United Nations Security Council held its first discussion on AI Tuesday. The meeting was chaired by Britain's foreign secretary. The U.K. is the council president for July.

Middle East July 18, 2023

UN food agency to cut cash aid for 120,000 Syrian refugees in Jordan amid unprecedented funding crisis

The United Nations food agency has made a significant announcement, stating that it will reduce the monthly cash aid provided to 120,000 Syrian refugees living in camps in Jordan.