Americas

Chilean president ratifies support for Argentina claims in the Falklands’ dispute

SANTIAGO, Jan 27 (NNN-MERCOPRESS) — Chilean President Sebastián Piñera ratified his administration’s support for “Argentina’s sovereignty claims over the Falklands/Malvinas…

Europe calls on Venezuela for broad talks and new elections, warns of more sanctions

BRUSSELS, Jan 27 (NNN-MERCOPRESS) — The European Union called for broad political talks in Venezuela to set up new elections…

Russia resumes regular air service with Vietnam, India, Finland and Qatar

MOSCOW, Jan 27 (NNN-TASS) — Starting from Wednesday, Russia resumes regular air service with Vietnam, India, Finland and Qatar, suspended…

Israel’s Army Chief Warns U.S. Against Rejoining Iran Nuclear Deal

JERUSALEM, Jan 27 (NNN-MA’AN) – Israeli military chief, Aviv Kochavi, warned the United States against rejoining the 2015 Iran nuclear…

Argentine President arrives in Chile on two-day official visit

SANTIAGO, Jan 27 (NNN-TELESUR) — The president of Argentina, Alberto Fernández, arrived Tuesday in Chile on a two-day state visit,…

Pres Maduro invites international organizations to witness Venezuela’s governor elections

CARACAS, Jan 27 (NNN-TELESUR) — Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro invited the European Union to observe the governor’s elections in 2021.…

Femicides: Nicaragua approves life imprisonment as Mexico reports increase in cases

MANAGUA/MEXICO CITY, Jan 27 (NNN-TELESUR) — Nicaragua approved life imprisonment for misogynists who rape and murder a woman in front…

Puerto Rico declares state of emergency over violence against women

The declaration also offers protection to gay and transgender people SAN JUAN, Jan 27 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Puerto Rico Governor Pedro…

Foreign Ministers Of S. Korea, U.S. Hold Phone Talks

SEOUL, Jan 27 (NNN-YONHAP) – Foreign ministers of South Korea and the United States, held phone talks to discuss issues…

$439 mn pledged for peace fund, far short of goal: UN

UNITED NATIONS, Jan 27 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Over three dozen nations have pledged or contributed over $439 million to help secure…