Argentina responds to the brutal repression of retirees’ march
After the violent repression of the retirees’ demonstrations, journalists’ unions and social organizations demanded the resignation of the Secretary of Security, Patricia Bullrich.
Milei’s government represses retirees’ march with extreme force
More than a hundred people were arrested and dozens were injured in the police repression. Movements and press organizations have called for the resignation of the Secretary of Security, Patricia Bullrich.
Moncada, Nasralla, and Asfura emerge as frontrunner candidates for Honduran presidential elections in November
Primary elections were held in Honduras on March 9. Three candidates are emerging as the front runners in the presidential race.
Communist legislator defies right-wing censure attempt with days-old newborn in her arms
Accused of influence peddling, Karol Cariola was targeted by a right-wing motion of censure in the same week that she gave birth and attended her newborn.
Latin America’s IWD mobilizations challenge neoliberalism and patriarchy
Mobilizations demanded respect for women’s lives in the face of gender violence, as well as the end of the neoliberal advance in the region.
22 killed in massacre in Guayaquil, Ecuador
At least 22 people were massacred in Guayaquil. The government promises pardons for the police and military and claims that the surge in violence is due to the upcoming presidential elections.
Trump suspends 25% tariff on Mexican imports after talk with Sheinbaum
Sheinbaum and Trump agreed to suspend the “tariff war” until April 2 when the commercial situation will be evaluated. The 25% tariff against Canada was also suspended.
Trial against ousted president Pedro Castillo begins in Peru
The accusations against Castillo are based on a speech in which he called for a Constituent Assembly. Castillo affirms that this is a rigged trial to destroy the democratic option of the Peruvian people.