Venezuela accuses UN of lying over alleged rights abuses
Craig TaylorThe Venezuelan Foreign Minister says UN accusations against his country are “without foundation”. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Hurricane Irma: Caribbean islands left with trail of destruction
The hurricane has killed at least 25 people and left whole communities homeless. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Mexico earthquake: Death toll rises as rescue effort begins
A day of mourning is declared after the strongest earthquake to hit Mexico in a century. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Hurricane Irma bears down on Turks and Caicos islands
The Turks and Caicos await Hurricane Irma, which has left a trail of destruction in the Caribbean. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Hurricane Irma wreaks ‘major damage’ in Caribbean
The hurricane has caused major flooding and damage to buildings on several Caribbean islands, France says. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Colombian government and ELN rebels agree ceasefire
News of the temporary ceasefire comes just 48 hours before the Pope is due to arrive in Colombia. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean