US sanctions Venezuela vice-president over trafficking claims
Craig TaylorThe US says Tareck El Aissami has played “a significant role in international narcotics trafficking”. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Peru asks Trump to consider deporting ex-President Alejandro Toledo
President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski urges Donald Trump to consider deporting fugitive Alejandro Toledo. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Brazil police strike: Wives lead resistance in Espirito Santo
Wives and relatives of police in the state of Espirito Santo have been blockading police stations. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Judge orders arrest of Peru ex-president Alejandro Toledo
Alejandro Toledo is accused of receiving millions of dollars in bribes during his time in office. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Bolivia declares emergency over locust plague
Fumigation must start immediately to avoid further destruction in the main agricultural area. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Haiti: Jovenel Moise sworn in as new president
The 48-year-old banana exporter takes office after a political crisis that began in October 2015. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean