The United States has designated Ecuador’s Chone Killers gang as a foreign terrorist organization and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. Ecuador welcomed the move, which enables sanctions, asset freezes and possible criminal prosecution against those linked to the group.
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Venezuela is limiting access to La Guaira as rescuers search for survivors three days after twin earthquakes devastated the region. Authorities say more than 200 people have been rescued, while about 51,000 remain listed as missing.
Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered framework agreement in Washington aimed at restoring Lebanese state authority and disarming non-state armed groups. Hezbollah was not part of the deal, and Israeli leaders say troops will remain in southern Lebanon until the group disarms.
The United States announced a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon after four days of talks in Washington. Details remain scarce, and major disputes persist over Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah’s disarmament.
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within less than a minute, killing at least 235 people and injuring about 4,300. Rescue crews, soldiers and volunteers are searching collapsed buildings as international aid begins arriving.
The International Maritime Organization paused an evacuation plan for stranded sailors after a Singapore-flagged cargo ship was struck near Oman. The attack comes amid disputes over routes, fees and safety guarantees under a new U.S.-Iran arrangement for the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil tankers used a U.N.-recommended route near Oman to leave the Persian Gulf despite Iran’s warning that unauthorized crossings of the Strait of Hormuz are prohibited. The crossings come amid U.S.-Iran disputes over control, fees and traffic rules under a temporary reopening agreement.
Brent crude has fallen to levels last seen before the Iran war as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz gradually resumes. The rebound in traffic follows a U.S.-Iran memorandum setting up 60 days of negotiations, though disputes over fees and vessel authorization remain.