South America

Will Trump’s $20 billion bailout rescue Argentina’s economy?

US President Donald Trump has pledged to help Argentina amid its financial turmoil, with the US Treasury considering a $20 billion bailout through currency swaps and bond purchases. President Javier Milei seeks urgent support as the peso plunges and debt payments loom, hoping to stabilise markets and boost his political standing ahead of October elections

US Treasury in talks with Argentina on a $20 billion 'bailout', Democrats call foul

The United States said Wednesday it was in talks with Argentina on a $20 billion program of economic support, buoying the South American nation's markets and embattled leader Javier Milei.

Venezuela offers military training to civilians amid Trump threats

Venezuela on Saturday organized a day of military training for civilians in response to the US deployment in the Caribbean, and amid new threats from President Donald Trump.

Venezuela accuses US of 'illegally' seizing a fishing boat for 8 hrs in its waters

Venezuela on Saturday hit out at the United States for allegedly seizing a fishing boat for eight hours in its exclusive economic zone, as the US military patrols the Caribbean to target drug cartels.

What lies ahead for Brazil & Bolsonaro after ex-Prez received 27-year prison sentence

Brazilian ex-president Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting a coup. Here's what lies ahead for him and for Brazil

Why was ex-Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years in prison?

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years and three months in prison for plotting a coup to overturn his 2022 election defeat. The Supreme Court ruling marks the first conviction of a former Brazilian leader for attacking democracy, sparking sharp criticism from Donald Trump

Brazil's left celebrates as court sentences ex-President Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years in prison

Celebrations and protests erupt outside Brazil's Supreme Court after Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years in prison for his involvement in plotting a military coup against his political opponent in the South American democracy

Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro's supporters took to streets ahead of coup verdict

The high court is set to rule this week on whether Bolsonaro conspired to cling to power after losing 2022 elections to his leftist rival Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Are the US and Venezuela heading towards an armed conflict?

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has warned that he would declare a 'republic in arms' if US forces attack Venezuela. The escalation comes amid a major US naval buildup in the Caribbean targeting drug cartels. Maduro has mobilised millions of citizens and military forces while accusing Washington of seeking regime change

'A top priority': Why Argentina is making it easier for Indians to travel to the country

Argentina is now allowing Indian passport holders with valid US tourist visas to enter the country without having to apply separately for a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorisation (AVE). But why is the South American nation opening its doors wider for Indians?