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America's Deadliest Drone Just Landed in South America

The U.S. has moved MQ-9 Reaper drones from Africa to Colombia and Ecuador. Here's what that signals for the drug war.

Latin Times · Oct 7

Southcom General Won't Rule Out Land Strikes on Cartels: "All Options Are on the Table"

SOUTHCOM's top general confirms land strikes on cartels are "options," as the Pentagon expands its drug war from boat strikes to ground operations across Latin America.

Latin Times · Sep 30

Colombia captures a suspected Tren de Aragua gang leader as US security ties deepen

The United States Southern Command says that Colombian security forces captured a suspected senior leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua

The Independent UK · Aug 29

Human rights groups decry US plan for Guantánamo camp for Cuban migrants

Exclusive: Dozens of organizations write to Congress after general announced plan to ‘deal with’ those fleeing any humanitarian crisis on the island

The Guardian - US · Apr 10

U.S. Suppliers Reportedly Increase Oil Shipments To Cuba's Private Sector As Trump Admin Continues To Pressure Havana Regime

U.S. suppliers have shipped tens of thousands of barrels of oil to Cuba's private sector as the Trump administration continues to pressure the Havana regime.

Latin Times · Mar 25

Trump Admin Reportedly Considering Rich GOP Donors With Cuban Heritage For Transition Leadership Roles: 'Regime Change Is Lined Up'

The Trump administration is reportedly discussing whether rich Republican donors with Cuban heritage could play a role in an eventual transition if the Havana regime is ousted.

Latin Times · Mar 25

Trump Claims 'Having the Honor of Taking Cuba' Amid Oil Shortages and Nationwide Blackouts

Rising tensions between Cuba and the US are escalating as Cuba grapples with a severe energy crisis and US oil sanctions, highlighting concerns over Cuba's military readiness and the geopolitical challenges threatening its sovereignty.

International Business Times UK · Mar 23

Top General Says U.S. Forces Are Carrying Out An 'Actual Campaign' Against Cartels: 'Total Systemic Friction'

The commander of the U.S. Southern Command, Francis Donovan, said forces are carrying out an "actual campaign" against cartels in the region, saying strikes against alleged drug vessels are "just a small part of that."

Latin Times · Mar 20

Top U.S. General Says There Are No Plans For a Forceful Takeover Of Cuba

The commander of the U.S. Southern Command, Francis Donovan, told lawmakers that the army is not making preparations for a forceful takeover of Cuba.

Latin Times · Mar 20

Cuba readies for first Russian oil shipment of the year as energy crisis deepens

Cuba is preparing to receive its first shipment of Russian oil this year, just days after the government announced it was operating on natural gas, solar power and thermoelectric plants as severe power outages continue to hit an island whose power grid is crumbling

The Independent UK · Mar 19