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The Trump administration will reallocate $52 million for Slovakia, North Macedonia, Tunisia and Iraq in favor of four countries in Central and South America.
Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina will meet in the US Open final on September 13. The winner will receive $5.5 million.
Peru will join the U. S.-led "Shield of the Americas" coalition against drug cartels. Washington will support Lima in its fight against criminal networks.
The government of Abelardo de la Espriella has halted negotiations with the main armed groups. The authorities plan to counter them through military means.
Czech counterintelligence warned about Russian disposable agents who may attack facilities providing aid to Ukraine. Suspicions regarding last year's incidents have not been confirmed.
A federal judge ruled the ban on immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries unlawful. The Trump administration may appeal the decision.
The major and his subordinate will stand trial for bribery, substituting food products, and evading service. He was found to have assets worth UAH 26.2 million.
August 20 marks Medical Transport Day, World Mosquito Day, and National Lemonade and Honey Cake Day. Hungary celebrates Saint Stephen's Day, while believers honor the Prophet Samuel.
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella asked Donald Trump to temporarily suspend tariffs to help businesses after a magnitude 7. 4 earthquake claimed the lives of 289 people. The United States allocated $26.5 million in aid to rebuild the affected regions.
The United States and Colombia may conduct joint military operations against armed groups, including the ELN and remnants of the FARC. Washington plans to provide $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia’s new government.
The European Union has offered Indonesia the use of the Copernicus satellite system for mapping and search-and-rescue operations following a magnitude 7. 7 earthquake. At least 38 people were killed by the disaster, which occurred on August 15 near the island of Flores.
The earthquake disrupted operations at the port of Buenaventura and blocked key roads, suspending coffee exports. The head of Asoexport reported that operations had been halted and that there was uncertainty about the timeline for their resumption.
The Colombian government plans to declare an economic state of emergency to help those affected by the magnitude 7. 4 earthquake that occurred on August 10. More than 250 people were killed; the decree will grant the president temporary powers.
An earthquake measuring 7. 4 in magnitude struck western Colombia, killing at least 254 people. Rescuers continue searching beneath the debris, while operations in the Chocó region are hampered by a lack of communication.
The Colombian Geological Service recorded more than 70 aftershocks following a magnitude 7. 4 earthquake. Further tremors are likely and may continue for days to months.
A magnitude 7. 4 earthquake in Colombia has claimed the lives of 224 people. Cali, Valle del Cauca, and Risaralda were the hardest hit.
An earthquake measuring 7. 4 in magnitude struck Chocó Province, killing at least 132 people. In the city of Pereira, 65 buildings collapsed, and a state of emergency has been declared.
At least 111 people were killed and another 87 injured in a magnitude 7. 4 earthquake in Colombia. Sixty-one buildings collapsed, and 1,575 homes were damaged.
The President of Ukraine expressed full support and solidarity with the people of Colombia and everyone affected by this blow.
A powerful 7. 4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, claiming the lives of at least 74 people. The highest number of deaths was recorded in the department of Risaralda, where 40 fatalities have been confirmed.
In northwestern Colombia, a magnitude 7. 4 earthquake claimed the lives of 52 people.
A powerful magnitude 7. 4 earthquake struck Colombia, killing at least 18 people. More people may be trapped under the rubble of buildings, and there are concerns about aftershocks.
G7 central banks are preparing for interest rate decisions as oil prices approach $100 per barrel, increasing inflation risks. The US Federal Reserve, the Bank of England, and the Bank of Japan are likely to keep rates unchanged but may signal readiness to raise them in the fall.
The death toll from two earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 235 people, with over 4,300 injured. Rescuers continue searching for people under the rubble, authorities have declared the state of La Guaira a disaster zone.
A new Pew Research Center survey of 42,000 respondents in 36 countries found that only 23% trust Donald Trump's leadership. The reliability of the US as a partner has also sharply declined, particularly in Sweden — from 83% to 31%.
About 100 members of the National Coordination Committee of the Bolivarian Army group surrendered their weapons on the border with Ecuador. They will undergo reintegration into civilian life under the policy of President Gustavo Petro.
The Colombia national team defeated Uzbekistan with a score of 3:1 at the start of the 2026 World Cup. Ghana overcame Panama thanks to a goal in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage time.
The Portuguese national team drew 1:1 with DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup in Houston. The African team scored its first goal and earned its first point in history.
The female pygmy hippo in Berlin was named Toni (Bulochka) after an internet trend. The animal weighs 20 kg and is learning to swim by pushing off the bottom.
Colombia is electing a president, which will impact relations with the US and the fight against drugs. The elections are taking place against a backdrop of a surge in violence and the deaths of 21 people.