South America

News on South American politics, security, current affairs, economy, and regional developments.

Brazil Runoff Set: Bolsonaro Edges Lula as PL Leads Congress Feature Image

Brazil Runoff Set: Bolsonaro Edges Lula as PL Leads Congress

Flávio Bolsonaro leads Brazil’s presidential race into runoff vs. Lula on Oct 25; as his Liberal Party wins largest congressional benches.

· 10 min
US–Ecuador Military Alliance Targets Narco Corridor Feature Image

US–Ecuador Military Alliance Targets Narco Corridor

US Special Forces, warships back Ecuador's cartel fight in Esmeraldas under the A3C coalition, targeting narco-terrorist groups near Colombia

· 7 min
Colombia Joins South America's Right-Wing Shift in 2026 Election Feature Image

Colombia Joins South America's Right-Wing Shift in 2026 Election

Right-wing de la Espriella wins Colombia's 2026 presidential runoff as South America's conservative shift deepens. Petro alleges Israeli hacking.

· 5 min
U.S. Strike Eliminates Tren de Aragua Leader Niño Guerrero in Venezuela Feature Image

U.S. Strike Eliminates Tren de Aragua Leader Niño Guerrero in Venezuela

U.S. forces conducted a strike in Venezuela, killing Tren de Aragua leader Niño Guerrero, disrupting the notorious criminal network’s operations.

· 3 min