Argentina Dirty War: Killer Etchecolatz gets house arrest
Craig TaylorMiguel Etchecolatz was sentenced for crimes against humanity committed under military rule. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Peru’s culture minister resigns after Fujimori pardon
The Peruvian president’s decision to pardon the jailed ex-leader has also triggered protests. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Brazil expels Venezuela’s most senior diplomat
Venezuela’s charge d’affaires is declared persona non grata as a diplomatic crisis escalates. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Fujimori: Peru president’s pardon for ex-leader draws protests
President Kuczynski denies pardoning Alberto Fujimori as part of deal to avoid his own impeachment. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela expels top Brazil and Canada diplomats
Brazil is accused of “violating the rule of law” by removing left-wing President Dilma Rousseff. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Fifa corruption: South America football bosses convicted
The two men have been on trial in the US as part of a major inquiry into corruption at Fifa. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean