Ecuador politician murder suspects are Colombian, police say
Craig TaylorSix people have been arrested over the killing of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Amazon deal lacks concrete measures, say climate activists
A summit in Brazil sees the countries that share the Amazon basin agree only to a new alliance on the issue. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Carbon credits – land grab or the Amazon’s future?
The eight countries who share the rainforest are in Brazil for a “milestone” meeting. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela Red Cross President Mario Enrique Villarroel fired by court
The charity declares its support for its boss and appeals to President Nicolas Maduro’s government. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Sebastián Marset: Fugitive sends video thanking police for ‘tip-off’
An alleged drug smuggler wanted in four countries says police warned him about an impending raid. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Amazon rainforest: Deforestation in Brazil at six-year low
Data shows a 66% drop in deforestation rates in July 2023 compared to the same month last year. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean