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Monday, 14 September 2026
BOLIVIA: Blame game begins over deadly barracks explosion
On 11 September the commander of the Bolivian army, General Héctor Alejandro Alarcón, announced that he had filed a criminal complaint against former defence minister Edmundo Novillo (2020-2025), blaming him for a deadly explosion at a military barracks earlier this month.
Monday, 14 September 2026
GUATEMALA: Charges dropped against indigenous leaders
On 11 September a Guatemalan judge, Mynor Moto, closed down criminal proceedings against four indigenous leaders accused of charges including terrorism.
Monday, 14 September 2026
MEXICO: Protesters call for peace in Sinaloa
On 13 September thousands took to the streets of Sinaloa state capital Culiacán to demand an end to the violence that has been afflicting the state for the past two years.
Monday, 14 September 2026
CHILE: Coup anniversary exposes deepening divisions under Kast
On 11 September a total of 284 people were arrested during protests marking the 53rd anniversary of the coup d’état in Chile, which ushered in a 17-year military dictatorship.
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