Editor: Luis Melian
UN: The General Assembly will consider the Palestinian issue at a crucial time
The UN General Assembly will today hold a plenary session and debate on the issue of Palestine, coinciding with the International Day of Solidarity with the People of the Occupied Territory.
USA: Biden will attend the former first lady’s funeral in Atlanta
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will attend the funeral of former First Lady of the United States Rosalynn Carter, who died on November 19 at the age of 96, in Atlanta, Georgia today.
CARICOM: Economic priorities analyzed in Guyana
Members of the Caribbean Community (Caricom) will debate in Guyana today their priorities for consolidating the long-awaited internal market and economy, an inclusive initiative aimed at cooperative progress.
GUATEMALA: The XVII. Seaport Congress 2023 is coming to an end
The XVII. Seaports Congress 2023 ends today and focuses on policies, governance and legislation for the development of a sector that accounts for 75 percent of Guatemala’s foreign trade.
ARGENTINA: Cuban leader Fidel Castro remembered
Argentines and Cubans will pay tribute to the island’s historic leader of the revolution, Fidel Castro (1926-2016), today at an event marking the seventh anniversary of his death.
BRAZIL: Unified strike in Sao Paulo will affect public services
Associations representing officials and employees of the Metro and the Paulista Metropolitan Train Company confirmed that there will be a strike today, paralyzing public services in the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo.
CHILE: Parathletes are welcomed at La Moneda Palace
The Chilean team of the VII Parapan American Games Santiago 2023 will be welcomed today at La Moneda Palace, headquarters of the Presidency, after achieving its best performance in these continental competitions
ECUADOR: Former President Lasso is in the red in Ecuador
The former President of Ecuador, Guillermo Lasso, has brought the country into the red, a situation that is today causing difficulties for his successor, Daniel Noboa, who assured that this South American country is living its worst moment.
PARAGUAY: 300,000 visitors are expected to attend the Caacupé celebrations
Paraguayan religious estimate that on December 8, 300,000 domestic and foreign visitors will attend celebrations marking the anniversary of the Virgin of Caacupé, which begin today with the novena in honor of the saint.
PERU: Congress begins analyzing allegations against President Boluarte
A parliamentary commission will today begin analyzing Attorney General Patricia Benavides’ constitutional allegations against Peruvian President Dina Boluarte over deaths during major protests against her ascension to office by succession.
URUGUAY: Police continue to search for drug trafficker Sebastián Marset
The National Police today sticks to its decision to catch drug trafficker Sebastián Marset, said the head of police investigation, Juan Rodríguez Reina.
VENEZUELA-CUBA: Seven cooperation agreements signed in tourism
As announced today, the governments of Venezuela and Cuba have signed seven cooperation agreements in tourism that will serve to strengthen this activity in the South American country towards the international market.
FRANCE: Dissolution of right-wing extremist groups announced
French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin today announced the dissolution of three far-right groups, including the violent “Martel Division,” amid escalating demonstrations and hate messages.
SPAIN: They express their support for Venezuela at Essequibo
Groups of the Solidarity Movement with the Bolivarian Revolution in Spain today reiterated their support for Venezuela in its desire to reaffirm its rights to the Essequibo.
RUSSIA: Finnish decision to close border crossings condemned
Finland has isolated itself from the majority of the world by closing border posts with Russia, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said today.
ANGOLA: Southern Africa’s health ministers are holding a joint meeting
Ministers of Health and those responsible for the fight against HIV and AIDS from the Southern African Development Community held their joint meeting in Angola today.
ETHIOPIA: Express interest in an economic partnership with Austria
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ashirt today thanked Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer for the fruitful exchange aimed at strengthening relations and turning them into an economic partnership.
GAZA STRIP: Israel has attacked 160 health centers since the aggression began
The Israeli army has attacked more than 60 ambulances and 160 health facilities since its aggression against the Gaza Strip began on October 7, a Palestinian source in the sector reported today.
ISRAEL: Netanyahu rejects Palestinian state despite global outrage
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the creation of a Palestinian state after the conflict in Gaza, despite the outcry now spreading around the world for the rights of this people.
LEBANON: Tribute to martyr journalists and in support of Palestine
Political leaders, internationalists and communicators will pay tribute in Lebanon today to the martyrs of the pan-Arab broadcaster Al Mayadeen and the Palestinian people following the brutal Israeli aggression in the Gaza Strip.
PALESTINE: Unicef calls for more help for the devastated Gaza Strip
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned today that aid reaching the Gaza Strip is not enough to address the severe humanitarian crisis caused by Israeli aggression.
CULTURE: Michael Douglas receives prestigious Indian film award
American actor Michael Douglas will be honored with the prestigious Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at the closing ceremony of the 54th International Film Festival of India today.
BASEBALL: Venezuela is aiming for success to qualify for the U23 World Cup
Today, the undefeated Venezuelan team is aiming for a win against Cuba in the Pan American U23 Baseball Championship that will ensure qualification for next year’s World Cup in China.
SOCCER: PSG hosts Newcastle in an important Champions League clash
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) hosts Newcastle today on matchday five of the Champions League, a key game for both clubs on the way to the round of 16.
SOCCER: Girona slips and Real Madrid takes the lead in Spain
A relative setback for Girona, who became a sensation at the start of the Spanish LaLiga football season, allows Real Madrid to emerge as leaders today.
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