The UN warns that Haiti is becoming a major Caribbean drug transit hub as gangs strengthen ties with international networks, prompting expanded UN efforts to support border security and law enforcement.
The Dominican Republic has opened the region’s largest solar plant, expanding its fast-growing renewable energy sector while supporting local communities.
Trump reportedly told Maduro to resign and leave Venezuela immediately, but Maduro refused and demanded global immunity as tensions between the two governments increased.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines elected Godwin Friday as its new prime minister, ending Ralph Gonsalves’ 24-year rule and opening a new political chapter for the country.
US defense secretary Pete Hegseth denies ordering troops to “kill everybody” in Caribbean boat strikes, as lawmakers and officials raise legal and ethical concerns about more than 80 deaths in the Trump administration’s anti-drug operations.
Nigeria blames jihadist groups for a recent wave of kidnappings, but experts say the attacks were carried out by local bandit gangs driven by ransom, power, and control of mining areas.
A U.S. missile strike on a suspected drug-running boat in the Caribbean followed an alleged order from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to “kill everybody,” leading to a second strike on two survivors and raising serious legal and ethical concerns.
Trump declared Venezuelan airspace effectively closed as the US increases military pressure on Caracas, strikes alleged drug boats, and triggers a major airline dispute.
President Ali criticised Azruddin Mohamed for confidently predicting a long extradition process, saying it raised concerns about his assumptions while reaffirming that due process will guide the case.
A National Guard member has died after a shooting in Washington DC, prompting murder charges and new migration actions, while the suspect is confirmed to have previously worked with US forces in Afghanistan.
A 55-year-old American woman vanished during a bus tour on a Holland America cruise stop in Sint Maarten, prompting a joint search by local authorities.
The Dominican Republic has temporarily granted the U.S. access to restricted military areas to help intensify regional operations against drug trafficking.
PAHO warns that late HIV diagnosis remains a major danger in Latin America and the Caribbean and urges expanded testing, treatment, and prevention to help eliminate AIDS-related deaths by 2030.
