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Bolivia Detains Attorney General Roger Mariaca for alleged links to drug trafficking: ABC of the case

The Bolivian Attorney General, Roger Mariaca, was arrested in Santa Cruz, accused by the Government of allegedly leading a criminal organization operating within the Public Prosecutor's Office to protect drug trafficking activities. The arrest took place two days after the United States revoked the visa for alleged bribes and coincided with a security approach between the Latin American country and Washington. Mariaca has rejected the allegations and denounced political motives. In the meantime, the Office of the Prosecutor appointed Luis Montaño as the interim responsibility for guarantee

World

Russia and Ukraine exchange new attacks with drones; Moscow negotiates with Washington

Several Ukrainian cities were the target of new Russian attacks, which impacted civilian buildings such as homes and shopping centres. On the other hand, Kiev also launched drones into Russian territory, also impacting on civilian infrastructure. The peace negotiations remain stalled, while Moscow is negotiating directly with the United States, but it regrets that Washington is making proposals conditional on the war in Ukraine.

Politics

Trump and Xi: Is the rivalry between the US cool. USA and China?

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Washington on a state visit that again faced the world's two major economic powers. Both Governments reached trade agreements and agreed to open a dialogue on artificial intelligence, but trade differences, Taiwan and strategic competition remain open. In this way in Asia we also travel to Japan, where the number of centenaries for the first time exceeded 100,000, and to India, where traditional one-screen cinemas lose ground in the face of change in consumption habits and aug

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‘The country has become a battlefield’: Last US troops exit Iraq

The last US troops in Iraq, part of a coalition to fight the Islamic State group, were slated to leave the country on Wednesday under an agreement between Baghdad and Washington. As the Iraqi army officially takes over the coalition’s remaining bases, the government is seeking to strengthen its military capabilities and reaffirm its sovereignty. Meanwhile, some living near the US bases who have been caught in the crossfire of attacks are hoping for a fresh start. Our journalists Amar el-Hameedawi, Marie-Charlotte Roupie and Laurent Berstecher sent this report from Iraq.

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Report from Washington: Trump signs "morally binding" agreement with IA leaders

US President Donald Trump announced an agreement with some of the leading leaders of the artificial intelligence industry to set voluntary standards of security and supervision. Trump defended the self-regulation of the sector and described the agreement as a "morally binding" commitment. From Washington D.C., our correspondent Cristóbal Vásquez tells us more details.

Politics

Direct to... Washington D.C. and the withdrawal of visas to politicians from Latin America

The Donald Trump Government announced the revocation and restriction of visas to politicians, judges, prosecutors and entrepreneurs from several Latin American countries, including Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. A measure that, according to the Administration, goes hand in hand with the agreements of the Shield of the Americas. From Washington, our correspondent Cristóbal Vásquez tells us more details.

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Mystery over UK airbase scare after reports no explosives found

A UK probe into a suspected bomb plot at an airbase used by the United States was mired in confusion on Tuesday, after media reported no explosives were detected in vehicles seized nearby. As armed guards maintained a cordon around a nearby village, Washington questioned the decision to release on bail five men arrested near the Royal Air Force Fairford base in southwest England.

Politics

Investigation 'ongoing': UK police release on bail five men held over airbase incident

British police said Monday five men arrested near an airbase used by the United States were released on bail, as Washington asserted a "foreign actor" was involved in the suspected bomb plot. US President Donald Trump, speaking in Washington, said he was "surprised that they released them". The release of the five came as British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced an emergency meeting of top officials to ensure they have "the full picture". FRANCE 24's International Affairs Commentator Douglas Herbert tells us more.

World

Iran says it expects an answer from the US. UU after further indirect talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Tehran hopes to receive a response from Washington on Tuesday to his proposal to reopen the Strait of Ormuz. In return for re-establishing transit through this vital maritime route, Iran requires guarantees that include a regional ceasefire, the lifting of sanctions on its oil sector and the end of the U.S. naval blockade.

World

Ormuz Strait: Iran says to wait for US response on its plan

Tehran hopes to obtain on Tuesday an official response from Washington regarding its proposals on the reopening of the Strait of Ormuz. Iran requires, inter alia, a seven-day ceasefire throughout the Middle East, the thawing of its assets held abroad and the lifting of sanctions against its oil sector.

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