Mexico says sale of presidential plane will curb illegal migration
Craig TaylorThe president says the sale of his presidential jet will contribute towards halting migrants. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Brazil justice minister Sergio Moro denies conspiring against Lula
A news site publishes a “large trove” of leaked messages between Sergio Moro and prosecutors. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela crisis: Border with Colombia reopens after four months
Thousands of people have crossed the border, which had been shut in February, to buy basic goods. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela crisis: Four million have fled the country, UN says
Countries hosting Venezuelans need support to handle the “unprecedented crisis”, UN agencies warn. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Mexico to deploy forces on Guatemala border
The move comes after Donald Trump demanded a reduction in migrants crossing into US from Mexico. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
La Luz del Mundo church leader charged with child rape in US
Naasón Joaquín García, who is known as “the Apostle”, heads La Luz del Mundo religious organisation. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean