Russia and China will attend the international conference on the Syrian crisis next Wednesday in Tehran, meeting convened by the Persian authorities preceding the so called Geneva II, agreed by Russia and the United States, confirmed an official source.»
FARC-EP Expects Advances in Peace Talks
The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia-People’s Army (FARC-EP) is optimistic about the progress made in the current round of peace talks here with the Colombian government.»
Lula da Silva Calls to Fight for More Just World
Former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva called in Buenos Aires to fight for a more just world and reiterated his call to further advance Latin American integration.»
France Already in Recession, Says President Holland
French President, Francois Hollande, admitted the seriousness of the economic crisis, after the National Institute of Statistics reported France falling into recession and experiencing a decline in purchasing power.»
Venezuelan Authorities Arrest Alleged US Agent
Venezuelan authorities announced this Thursday the arrest of US citizen Timothy Hallet, linked to actions of violence staged in this country following April 14 presidential elections.»
FARC-EP Thanks U.S. Congressmen for Supporting Peace Talks
The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia-People’s Army (FARC-EP) expressed their thanks to U.S. congressional representatives for supporting the peace process that seeks to end the armed conflict that has lasted more than half a century.»
Nicolas Maduro Vows to Continue Chavez’s Legacy (+photos)
Nicolas Maduro promised to continue the legacy of the late leader of the Bolivarian Revolution, Hugo Chavez, and asked him for protection and wisdom.»
Nicolas Maduro Inaugurated President of Venezuela
Venezuelan President-elect Nicolas Maduro was sworn in as new constitutional president of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, in a ceremony held at the National Assembly headquarters of that South American country.»
UNASUR Calls Venezuelan Opposition to Recognize Election’s Results
UNASUR special summit congratulated in this capital today Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro for his election, and called tacitly the Venezuelan opposition to recognize the April 14 election’s result.»
UNASUR Members Meet to Discuss Venezuelan Issues
The Union of South American Nations will hold a summit Thursday in Lima, Peru, to discuss the situation in Venezuela under the premise of recognizing President Nicolas Maduro’s electoral victory.»