Colombia and Venezuela launched a joint operation to counter guerrilla groups that are fighting in the mountainous northeastern Catatumbo region. The violence broke out after the National Liberation Army (ELN) targeted rival armed groups and their alleged sympathizers in an attempt to assert control over a swath of the border region that is home to coca plantations that supply much of the world’s cocaine.
Colombia, Venezuela launch joint operation to counter guerrilla groups
Russia’s threats against Baltic states raise concerns about regional escalation
US officials caution that Russia’s unfounded accusations against Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania could escalate tensions in Europe amid ongoing military actions in Ukraine.
Democratic Rally wins Cyprus parliamentary election with 27.2% vote
The Democratic Rally has won Cyprus’s parliamentary election, securing 27.2% of the vote and 17 seats. Following closely, the left-wing AKEL obtained 23.9% for 16