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Last update: 6 hours agoCuba-US Legal Escalation: The U.S. Justice Department has charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of two civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles, with prosecutors alleging murder, conspiracy to kill U.S. nationals, and destruction of an aircraft—moves that come as Washington ratchets up pressure on Havana. Bolivia Protests: Bolivia rejected an emergency state order as Morales-backed protests tighten around La Paz, with clashes, arrests, and transport blockades raising fears of economic fallout. Global Economy Watch: The UN cut its 2026 global growth forecast to 2.5% and warned inflation could rise further as the energy crisis deepens and the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed. Regional Security: Chile convened a “Secure Border” summit next week to coordinate responses to organized crime and border threats with Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, and Ecuador. Culture & Media: Netflix set August premiere dates for Part 2 of One Hundred Years of Solitude, releasing seven episodes first before the finale on Aug. 26.
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