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American detainee recounts fearing execution and harsh conditions in Venezuelan prison
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American detainee recounts fearing execution and harsh conditions in Venezuelan prison

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An American recounted his detention in Venezuela, stating he thought they were going to execute him. He endured harsh conditions during his...

Feb 16, 2026 01:14 AM 1 min read
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Academics and journalists debate free press role in Venezuela's democratic transition at Madrid colloquium
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Academics and journalists debate free press role in Venezuela's democratic transition at Madrid colloquium

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The colloquium titled 'Venezuela: transition and press. Roadmap and reforms toward democracy' took place in Madrid. It featured participation from...

Feb 16, 2026 01:11 AM 1 min read
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Multiple-vehicle crash on Bicentennial Bypass in Edomex kills 3, injures 15
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Multiple-vehicle crash on Bicentennial Bypass in Edomex kills 3, injures 15

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A multiple-vehicle crash occurred on the Bicentennial Bypass in the State of Mexico (Edomex). The accident left 3 people dead and 15 injured. It...

Feb 16, 2026 12:42 AM 1 min read
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Relatives denounce political prisoners on hunger strike in Zone 7 forced to eat under threat
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Relatives denounce political prisoners on hunger strike in Zone 7 forced to eat under threat

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Political prisoners in Zone 7 are on hunger strike. Relatives of the prisoners have joined the hunger strike. They demand the release of those...

Feb 16, 2026 12:33 AM 1 min read
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Nicaragua Reinstates Visas for 128 Countries Including Cuba and Venezuela Amid US Migration Pressures After Maduro's Fall
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Nicaragua Reinstates Visas for 128 Countries Including Cuba and Venezuela Amid US Migration Pressures After Maduro's Fall

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The Nicaraguan government under Daniel Ortega has reinstated the visa requirement for citizens of 128 countries. This measure targets citizens...

Feb 16, 2026 12:31 AM 1 min read
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Left-wing organizations to march on February 22 against U.S. military presence in Dominican Republic
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Left-wing organizations to march on February 22 against U.S. military presence in Dominican Republic

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Left-wing organizations will march on February 22 against the U.S. military presence in the Dominican Republic (DR). The announcement comes from...

Feb 16, 2026 12:29 AM 2 min read
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US stops oil tanker suspected of violating Venezuela sanctions, tracked from Caribbean Sea to Indian Ocean
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US stops oil tanker suspected of violating Venezuela sanctions, tracked from Caribbean Sea to Indian Ocean

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The United States has stopped another oil tanker suspected of violating Venezuela sanctions. According to the US Department of Defense (Pentagon,...

Feb 16, 2026 12:26 AM 2 min read
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US Senator Rubio states US does not want vassal Europe
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US Senator Rubio states US does not want vassal Europe

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US Senator Marco Rubio stated that the United States does not want a 'vassal' Europe. The comment was reported by Kuwait Times. Rubio's remarks...

Feb 16, 2026 12:09 AM 1 min read
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El Salvador and Dominican Republic Strengthen Political and Diplomatic Cooperation
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El Salvador and Dominican Republic Strengthen Political and Diplomatic Cooperation

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El Salvador and the Dominican Republic are strengthening their political and diplomatic cooperation. The two nations have announced enhanced ties...

Feb 16, 2026 12:03 AM 1 min read
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