Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his gratitude to U.S. President Joe Biden for 50 years of support for Israel during their meeting at the White House. The discussions are primarily focused on seeking a ceasefire in Gaza.
In a related development, the Israeli military has retrieved the bodies of five hostages who died during the Hamas attack on October 7. This includes one civilian and four soldiers. Families of those captured are urging Netanyahu to secure an immediate truce to prevent further fatalities among the hostages.
Meanwhile, in Venezuela, the political campaign for the upcoming presidential elections is coming to a close. President Nicolás Maduro is set to face nine challengers, including Edmundo González Urrutia, who is the candidate from the largest opposition coalition. González, accompanied by anti-Chavista leader María Corina Machado, held a press conference as part of their campaign.
In the U.S., Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a speech in Houston, marking her expected candidacy for the Democratic nomination for the presidency. She spoke before the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), which represents 1.7 million educators and holds significant influence in the educational sector.
Ukraine is under attack from Russia, with a massive assault reported in Odesa and other regions. Some drones reportedly crossed into neighboring Romania, a NATO member. Ukrainian officials also clarified that their decision to halt the transit of oil from the sanctioned Russian company Lukoil is not expected to adversely affect oil availability in Hungary and Slovakia, despite criticisms from those countries.
The G20 finance ministers are gathering in Rio de Janeiro for talks on sustainable development funding and wealth tax issues, seeking to navigate their geopolitical differences. In Spain, efforts to reform immigration laws faced hurdles as the government rejected using a decree after a proposal failed to gain support in Congress.
Paris is gearing up for the upcoming Olympic Games, with significant security measures in place. Thousands of police officers will patrol the streets and areas along the Seine River, where the opening ceremony will be held, expected to draw over 300,000 attendees, including various world leaders.
In Latin America, digital wallets have seen a notable increase in use over the past five years, enhancing financial inclusion by integrating unbanked individuals into the economic system and simplifying international remittances crucial for many economies in the region.
The San Diego Comic-Con kicks off its 53rd edition, showcasing major upcoming releases like Marvel’s ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ and Disney’s new version of ‘Alien: Romulus.’ In Puerto Rico, the Youth Awards will highlight the influence and talent of young Latin music artists this year, with singers Carín León, Peso Pluma, and Maluma leading the nominations.
In Mexico, President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum is announcing her expanded cabinet, which includes key positions in national organizations like Pemex, the Federal Electricity Commission, and the Mexican Social Security Institute. Meanwhile, the governor of Colombia’s Meta department is calling for peace dialogues with the disbanded FARC groups, stating that they are increasingly gaining ground in the region.
In Guatemala, citizens from Chiapas, Mexico, are seeking refuge due to escalating violence along the border. Meanwhile, Vietnam is observing a two-day mourning period for the recent passing of the Communist Party’s General Secretary, Nguyen Phu Trong.
On the international front, Honduras is set to extradite two alleged drug traffickers to the United States. Significant discussions on immigration in the U.S. are happening at a roundtable organized by the International Rescue Committee, while the International Labor Organization releases a report on the impact of heatwaves on workers.
In the realm of culture, the Bayreuth Festival in Germany is set to begin its 2024 edition with a new production of ‘Tristan and Isolde.’ Medellín is hosting its 35th edition of ColombiaModa, focusing on invigorating the textile industry. Additionally, UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee is holding its 46th session in New Delhi, while Puerto Rican salsa artist Luis Vázquez emphasizes the enduring essence of salsa music in his latest album.
The highly anticipated final season of ‘Élite’ premieres on Netflix, culminating the hit series that has captivated teen audiences.
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