South america

Plane crash in Colombia kills all 15 on board including lawmaker

A Satena flight from Cúcuta to Ocaña crashed in northeast Colombia, killing all 15 people aboard, among them local lawmaker Diógenes Quintero.

A Twin Otter aircraft purchased by Colombian airline Satena is seen in the company's hangar in Bogota, Colombia, November 25, 2024; illustrative.
Flavio Bolsonaro at the 2026 “Generation of Truth” antisemitism conference in Jerusalem.

Brazil a 'Christian, Jewish country,' Bolsonaro tells 'Post'; pitches pro-Israel reset - interview

A woman waves a Palestinian flag during a pro-Palestinian protest on the two-year anniversary of the deadly October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas from Gaza, in La Paz, Bolivia, October 7, 2025.

US presses Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies, harden approach to terrorist groups

US Marine Corps F-35B, US Air Force F-35A, and US Air Force F-22 Raptor fighter jets parked on the apron at the former Roosevelt Roads naval base, after the US struck Venezuela and captured Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, January 4, 2026.

FAA warns airlines on Central, South American flights of potential military actions


Bolsonaro says medications made him tamper with tracking device, triggering detention

Bolsonaro’s detention was ordered on Saturday after more than 100 days of house arrest, due to concerns over a potential flight risk.

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro leaves the hospital where he went to undergo a skin surgery procedure, authorized by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes,  in Brasilia, Brazil, September 14, 2025.

Colombian authorities, Interpol rescue 17 minors from ultra-Orthodox Lev Tahor sect

Five of the minors had an Interpol Yellow Notice, used in cases of missing persons and human trafficking. The Lev Tahor victims were nationals from the United States, Canada, and Guatemala.

Minors rescued in Colombia from the Lev Tahor sect.

Chile rescuers search for tourists lost in Patagonian snowstorm, five dead

Torres del Paine Mayor Anahi Cardenas said five people had died, including two Mexicans, two Germans, and one British national.

View of a Chilean flag waving near the Grey glacier at the Torres del Paine National Park in Magallanes, Chile on November 29, 2017.

Chilean right wing eyes return to power as crime, migration dominate election

Chilean voters head to the polls in a tight race that could hand the right a path back to power as crime and migration fuel become key issues.

A man sits at a polling station, on the day of the presidential election, in Santiago, Chile November 16, 2025.

China finds bigger role as US sidesteps Brazil climate summit - analysis

China moves to fill the diplomatic void at COP30 as the US skips the summit, leveraging its backstage role to shape global climate talks.

Attendees walk in front of the China Pavilion during the UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belem, Brazil, November 14, 2025.

As Gaza ceasefire holds, Trump shifts focus from Middle East to Asia, South America - analysis

As tensions ease in Gaza, Trump’s diplomatic push toward Asia and South America marks a strategic pivot, with trade deals and peace efforts on the horizon.

US President Donald Trump meets with Japan's Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan October 27, 2025

Bolivia after years: A glimpse into the stunning destination awaiting Israelis

After years of diplomatic disconnection, the renewal of relations with Israel opens the door to discover Bolivia — breathtaking landscapes, colonial cities, and authentic experiences.

La Paz, Bolivia.

Trump says Milei had 'a lot of help' from US for Argentina election win

Trump praises US support for Milei's election win, highlighting the $40B bailout and strong backing ahead of Argentina's crucial midterm victory.

US President Donald Trump points a finger as he welcomes Argentina's President Javier Milei at the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 14, 2025.

Javier Milei wins big in Argentina’s midterms, reshaping political landscape

Argentine President Javier Milei’s party won big in midterms, gaining support to push ahead with his economic reforms.

Argentina's President Javier Milei reacts after the La Libertad Avanza party won the midterm election, which is seen as crucial for Milei's administration after US President Donald Trump warned that future support for Argentina would depend on Milei's party performing well, October 26, 2025.

Argentines vote in high-stakes test of Milei's libertarian vision

Argentines head to the polls in midterm elections seen as a referendum on President Javier Milei’s sweeping austerity plan, market reforms, and ties with Washington amid growing public discontent.

US President Donald Trump attends lunch with Argentina's President Javier Milei in the Cabinet Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 14, 2025.