Miss Peru Pageant turns into gender violence protest
Craig TaylorWomen competing in the Miss Universe contest highlight gender violence, not body statistics. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Colombia’s ELN rebels admit killing indigenous leader
The alleged “self-defence” killing comes less than a month after the rebels declared a ceasefire. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
US Cuba: Allegations of sonic attacks ‘totally false’
Claims of attacks on diplomats are a “political manipulation” aimed at hurting ties, Havana says. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Former Guatemala leader Otto Pérez Molina to face trial
He is accused of taking millions of dollars in bribes in a scheme involving the customs service. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela opposition wins EU’s top human rights prize
The European Parliament says it wants to reward the courage of those fighting for freedom in Venezuela. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela opposition leader quits as coalition rift widens
Henrique Capriles says he’s quitting the coalition because it is “no longer unified”. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean