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A timeline of the US military's buildup near Venezuela and attacks on alleged drug boats

The Trump administration has built up a fleet of warships near Venezuela as American forces keep blowing up small boats accused of smuggling narcotics for drug cartels

A timeline of the US military's buildup near Venezuela and attacks on alleged drug boats
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What to know as lawmakers disclose vivid new details of US boat strikes

Members of Congress now know that the U.S. military fired upon two people clinging to the wreckage of a boat allegedly carrying drugs — and they want answers

What to know as lawmakers disclose vivid new details of US boat strikes
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Mexico optimistic about World Cup chances after group-stage draw

Mexico is optimistic about advancing in the 2026 World Cup after being drawn against South Africa, South Korea, and a yet-to-be-determined European team

Mexico optimistic about World Cup chances after group-stage draw
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Everyone is in the toughest World Cup group. Just ask the coaches

If you listen to the words spoken after the World Cup draw by the various coaches who were at the Kennedy Center, it would seem impossible for any of them to win next year’s tournament

Everyone is in the toughest World Cup group. Just ask the coaches
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Mexico freezes Miss Universe co-owner's bank accounts during organized crime investigation

Mexico’s anti-money laundering office has frozen the bank accounts of Raúl Rocha Cantú, a Mexican co-owner of Miss Universe, amid an investigation into drugs, fuel and arms trafficking

Mexico freezes Miss Universe co-owner's bank accounts during organized crime investigation
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Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts

Florida’s Republican-dominated congressional delegation is urging the Trump administration to drop a plan that would allow new oil drilling off the state’s coast

Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts
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Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump has come out with a new national security strategy that paints European allies as weak and aims to reassert America’s dominance in the Western Hemisphere

Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere
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Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere
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Olympic downhill champion Corinne Suter out for a month after training crash

Olympic downhill champion Corinne Suter has crashed in training and cannot ski until about a month before she is due to defend her title

Olympic downhill champion Corinne Suter out for a month after training crash
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Disabled and elderly tenants struggle to leave home after both elevators break down at eleven-story complex

Disabled and elderly tenants struggle to leave home after both elevators break down at eleven-story complex

Disabled and elderly tenants struggle to leave home after both elevators break down at eleven-story complex
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High school Spanish students teach firefighters lifesaving phrases

High school Spanish students teach firefighters lifesaving phrases

High school Spanish students teach firefighters lifesaving phrases
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Ex-Honduran leader thanks Trump for pardon on US drug trafficking charges

Ex-Honduran leader thanks Trump for pardon on US drug trafficking charges

Ex-Honduran leader thanks Trump for pardon on US drug trafficking charges
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Native American D-Day veteran Charles Shay dies at 101 in Normandy

Charles Norman Shay, a Native American veteran who was a 19-year-old U.S.

Native American D-Day veteran Charles Shay dies at 101 in Normandy
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Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays

Honduran centrist presidential candidate Salvador Nasralla maintained a small lead over Trump-backed conservative Nasry Asfura

Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays
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Family of Colombian man killed in US strike in the Caribbean files human rights challenge

The family of a Colombian man has filed a formal challenge to U.S. military strikes on alleged drug-carrying boats

Family of Colombian man killed in US strike in the Caribbean files human rights challenge
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Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday confirmed he held a "respectful and cordial" phone call with U.S.

Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'
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Federal agents launch immigration crackdown in New Orleans

The Department of Homeland Security has launched a new immigration crackdown in New Orleans

Federal agents launch immigration crackdown in New Orleans
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Mexico's senate taps Sheinbaum ally for attorney general

The Mexican Senate on Wednesday confirmed Ernestina Godoy, a close ally of President Claudia Sheinbaum, as the country's new attorney general, cementing

Mexico's senate taps Sheinbaum ally for attorney general
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Plane from US carrying returned migrants lands in Venezuela, foreign minister says

A plane from the United States carrying 266 Venezuelan migrants landed in Venezuela on Wednesday, Foreign Minister Yvan Gil said.

Plane from US carrying returned migrants lands in Venezuela, foreign minister says
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As NYC prepares for Mamdani, departing Mayor Eric Adams wanders the globe

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is embracing his love for travel in his final month in office

As NYC prepares for Mamdani, departing Mayor Eric Adams wanders the globe
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Alleged gang leader is sentenced to life in prison for kidnapping of 17 missionaries in Haiti

A man alleged to be the founder and leader of a Haitian gang has been sentenced to life in prison for orchestrating the kidnapping of 17 people, including five children, who were on a missionary trip to the Caribbean country

Alleged gang leader is sentenced to life in prison for kidnapping of 17 missionaries in Haiti
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Bald eagle thought to be shot was actually injured in eagle fight, vets believe

Bald eagle thought to be shot was actually injured in eagle fight, vets believe

Bald eagle thought to be shot was actually injured in eagle fight, vets believe
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A raccoon ransacked a liquor store, got drunk, then passed out in the bathroom

A raccoon ransacked a liquor store, got drunk, then passed out in the bathroom

A raccoon ransacked a liquor store, got drunk, then passed out in the bathroom
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Brazil's Lula expects more US tariff cuts after call with Trump

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday he expects U.S. counterpart Donald Trump to further cut tariffs on Brazilian products soon, following a

Brazil's Lula expects more US tariff cuts after call with Trump
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After years of Trump’s attacks on Somalis in Minnesota, ICE zeroes in on the Twin Cities. Here’s what’s fueling the operation

After years of Trump’s attacks on Somalis in Minnesota, ICE zeroes in on the Twin Cities. Here’s what’s fueling the operation

After years of Trump’s attacks on Somalis in Minnesota, ICE zeroes in on the Twin Cities. Here’s what’s fueling the operation
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Lisette Monroe lost her beloved sister to murder. She hopes an execution will bring some peace

Lisette Monroe was a 23-year-old new mother in 1988 when she lost her beloved little sister in the most horrific way possible

Lisette Monroe lost her beloved sister to murder. She hopes an execution will bring some peace
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US lawmakers to force vote on war powers if Trump attacks Venezuela

U.S. lawmakers who have tried repeatedly to rein in President Donald Trump's aggression against Venezuela said on Tuesday they would file a new

US lawmakers to force vote on war powers if Trump attacks Venezuela
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US to play Belgium, Portugal and Germany in friendlies ahead of World Cup

The United States will play Belgium, Portugal and Germany in its final friendlies before the World Cup

US to play Belgium, Portugal and Germany in friendlies ahead of World Cup
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Protesters move to end their lawsuit over immigration officers' tactics in the Chicago area

Protesters, journalists and faith leaders who sued over the aggressive tactics of federal immigration agents in the Chicago area are seeking to end their legal challenge

Protesters move to end their lawsuit over immigration officers' tactics in the Chicago area
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Minnesota officials defend Somali community against Trump's attacks

Officials in Minneapolis on Tuesday said they were not aware of imminent federal immigration raids targeting the area’s Somali community, which has come under

Minnesota officials defend Somali community against Trump's attacks
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Colombian family files first known formal complaint over deadly US strike in Caribbean

Colombian family files first known formal complaint over deadly US strike in Caribbean

Colombian family files first known formal complaint over deadly US strike in Caribbean
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Maduro ramps up repression in Venezuela as he faces growing threats abroad

Maduro ramps up repression in Venezuela as he faces growing threats abroad

Maduro ramps up repression in Venezuela as he faces growing threats abroad
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Rubio plans to skip NATO meeting at key moment for Ukraine, sources say

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Rubio plans to skip NATO meeting at key moment for Ukraine, sources say
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Peru's president to declare border state of emergency to prevent entry of undocumented migrants

Peru will declare a state of emergency along its border with Chile, President José Jerí said on Friday, as migrants seek to cross into the country following a Chilean

Peru's president to declare border state of emergency to prevent entry of undocumented migrants
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Hondurans face elections under the shadow of Trump and fraud allegations

Hondurans face elections under the shadow of Trump and fraud allegations

Hondurans face elections under the shadow of Trump and fraud allegations
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Trump says he will pardon former Honduran president serving sentence in drug-trafficking case

Trump says he will pardon former Honduran president serving sentence in drug-trafficking case

Trump says he will pardon former Honduran president serving sentence in drug-trafficking case
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Russian attacks kill 3 as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine gain momentum

U.S. officials are meeting in Florida this weekend with their Ukrainian counterparts about the Russia-Ukraine war

Russian attacks kill 3 as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine gain momentum
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How could Venezuela's military respond to a US attack?

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How could Venezuela's military respond to a US attack?
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Venezuela condemns Trump statement on closing the country's airspace

Venezuela condemned U.S. President Trump's assertion that the airspace around Venezuela should be considered closed, a government statement said on Saturday.

Venezuela condemns Trump statement on closing the country's airspace
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Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed

Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed

Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed
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Trump's pardon of ex-Honduran president Hernández injects wild card into election

Hondurans are buzzing about U.S. President Donald Trump's recent involvement in their presidential election

Trump's pardon of ex-Honduran president Hernández injects wild card into election
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Four dead after 14 people shot at family gathering in Stockton, California

Four people died after 14 people were shot at a family gathering in Stockton in northern California on Saturday night, police said.

Four dead after 14 people shot at family gathering in Stockton, California
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Venezuelan leader Maduro may seem desperate. But his loyalty vs punishment strategy is hard to crack

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was once critical of English

Venezuelan leader Maduro may seem desperate. But his loyalty vs punishment strategy is hard to crack
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Hondurans vote in presidential election marked by fraud accusations

Hondurans headed to the polls on Sunday to elect a new president in a tightly contested race that is taking place amid concerns over voter fraud in the

Hondurans vote in presidential election marked by fraud accusations
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Danilo da Silva header secures Flamengo Copa Libertadores triumph over Palmeiras

Flamengo has won the Copa Libertadores final by defeating Palmeiras 1-0 in Lima

Danilo da Silva header secures Flamengo Copa Libertadores triumph over Palmeiras
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US-Russia talks on Ukraine were 'constructive' but work remains, Putin adviser says

Talks between Russia and the U.S. on ending the nearly four-year war in Ukraine were constructive, but much work remains

US-Russia talks on Ukraine were 'constructive' but work remains, Putin adviser says
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Trump's pardon promise offers yet another life to Honduras' imprisoned ex-president

Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández, once a U.S. ally in the war on drugs, is on the verge of being pardoned by President Donald Trump

Trump's pardon promise offers yet another life to Honduras' imprisoned ex-president
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Lawmakers in Congress question legality of second strike on alleged drug boat

Lawmakers in Congress question legality of second strike on alleged drug boat

Lawmakers in Congress question legality of second strike on alleged drug boat
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Trump's impact is debated in Honduras, where conservatives lead the presidential vote tallies

With votes from about 57% of polling places counted in Honduras, preliminary and partial results showed conservative candidates Nasry Asfura and Salvador Nasralla leading the presidential contest early Monday and the governing party trailing

Trump's impact is debated in Honduras, where conservatives lead the presidential vote tallies
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Pope Leo XIV shares his thoughts on the conclave, reflects on spirituality and future travels

Pope Leo XIV has shared his thoughts during the conclave that elected him, saying he resigned himself to the inevitable and put the rest in God’s hands

Pope Leo XIV shares his thoughts on the conclave, reflects on spirituality and future travels
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ICC chief says US sanctions won't change court's handling of cases

The president of the International Criminal Court said on Monday U.S. sanctions imposed on senior court officials disrupt their personal lives but vowed the institution

ICC chief says US sanctions won't change court's handling of cases
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Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow

European leaders rallied to show support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Monday after U.S.-Ukrainian talks to revise

Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow
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Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández freed after Trump pardon

The wife of former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández says he has been released from prison following a pardon from President Donald Trump

Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández freed after Trump pardon
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Trump holds Venezuela Oval Office meeting amid growing questions about his military moves

Trump holds Venezuela Oval Office meeting amid growing questions about his military moves

Trump holds Venezuela Oval Office meeting amid growing questions about his military moves
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Trump met with advisers on Venezuela as US ramps up pressure

U.S. President Donald Trump held talks on Monday with top advisers to discuss the pressure campaign on Venezuela, among other topics, a senior U.S. official said.

Trump met with advisers on Venezuela as US ramps up pressure
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Venezuela's Maduro swears "absolute loyalty" to Venezuelan people

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro on Monday said he swears "absolute loyalty" to the Venezuelan people, amid mounting tensions with the administration of U.S.

Venezuela's Maduro swears "absolute loyalty" to Venezuelan people
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Indigenous Fashion Show raises awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous persons

Indigenous Fashion Show raises awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous persons

Indigenous Fashion Show raises awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous persons
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Venezuela’s Maduro lost two allies in a week. What regional partners does he have left?

Venezuela’s Maduro lost two allies in a week. What regional partners does he have left?

Venezuela’s Maduro lost two allies in a week. What regional partners does he have left?
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Dominican Republic's anti-drug deal with US to run through April, president says

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader said on Monday that a temporary agreement allowing U.S. personnel access to restricted airport areas for counter-narcotics

Dominican Republic's anti-drug deal with US to run through April, president says
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Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call

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Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call
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Venezuela to continue accepting deported migrants despite Trump's airspace closure assertion

U.S.-operated flights returning deported migrants to Venezuela will continue despite President Donald Trump’s assertion to consider the country’s airspace closed

Venezuela to continue accepting deported migrants despite Trump's airspace closure assertion
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Venezuela approves migrant repatriation flight from U.S

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has approved a migrant repatriation flight from the United States, Venezuelan authorities said on Tuesday, days after Caracas said comments by U.S

Venezuela approves migrant repatriation flight from U.S
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Government ends TPS for Haitians: What this means for 300,000 immigrants

Government ends TPS for Haitians: What this means for 300,000 immigrants

Government ends TPS for Haitians: What this means for 300,000 immigrants
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Second-grader arrested by federal law enforcement over holiday break

Second-grader arrested by federal law enforcement over holiday break

Second-grader arrested by federal law enforcement over holiday break
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Caribbean gun trafficking tied to hubs in Florida and Georgia, study finds

Organized crime in the Caribbean is being fueled by arms trafficking that can be traced largely to a handful of areas in the U.S. states of Florida and Georgia, a

Caribbean gun trafficking tied to hubs in Florida and Georgia, study finds
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At the moment he was elected, Pope Leo told God: 'You're in charge'

Pope Leo revealed on Tuesday that at the moment of his election as leader of the 1.4 billion-member Catholic Church, he turned to God with

At the moment he was elected, Pope Leo told God: 'You're in charge'
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Santa Fe tackles rental rates with first-in-US minimum wage approach

Santa Fe is the first city in the U.S. to directly link wages to housing affordability, aiming to counter high rents

Santa Fe tackles rental rates with first-in-US minimum wage approach
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Search suspended for missing Army specialist swept out to sea near Big Sur

Search suspended for missing Army specialist swept out to sea near Big Sur

Search suspended for missing Army specialist swept out to sea near Big Sur
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Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo sentenced for conspiracy

Peru’s Supreme Court has sentenced former President Pedro Castillo to 11.5 years in prison for conspiracy to commit a rebellion in 2022, when he tried to dissolve the Congress as lawmakers prepared to impeach him

Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo sentenced for conspiracy
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Mexican Attorney General Gertz resigns

Mexico's Senate on Thursday approved the resignation of Attorney General Alejandro Gertz.

Mexican Attorney General Gertz resigns
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Trump says US land action against alleged drug trafficking networks in Venezuela will start ‘very soon’

Trump says US land action against alleged drug trafficking networks in Venezuela will start ‘very soon’

Trump says US land action against alleged drug trafficking networks in Venezuela will start ‘very soon’
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Trump says one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by Afghan national has died

President Donald Trump said that one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by an Afghan national near the White House had died, calling the shooter who had worked with the CIA in his native country a “savage monster.”

Trump says one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by Afghan national has died
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Brazil seeks US cooperation in money-laundering probe

Brazil will seek U.S. cooperation in fighting organized crime in its fuel sector, Finance Minister Fernando Haddad said on Thursday, after a police

Brazil seeks US cooperation in money-laundering probe
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Dominican Republic grants US access to restricted areas for its deadly fight against drugs

The president of the Dominican Republic says he has authorized the U.S. government to operate inside restricted areas in the Caribbean country to help in its fight against drug trafficking

Dominican Republic grants US access to restricted areas for its deadly fight against drugs