International
Argentine government sends humanitarian aid to Gaza Strip

November 8 |
Argentina dispatched on Tuesday the first shipment of humanitarian aid destined to help the Palestinian civilian population settled in the Gaza Strip that continues under the effects of the Israeli siege.
The cargo is made up of donations made by various institutions and ministries such as Health, Social Development and Foreign Affairs, through the Argentine Agency for International Cooperation and Humanitarian Assistance-White Helmets (Aciah) that works in international technical cooperation.
“The cargo, of almost one ton of supplies, will be delivered in the city of Rafah, border area between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, place from where the Egyptian Red Crescent transports depart, in charge of the operations for the entry of international donations”, explained Foreign Minister Santiago Cafiero.
This first shipment is carrying some 400,000 water purification tablets, 57,600 units of disinfectant tablets, means to resolve a group of needs according to the situation of the population, materials for medical attention, powdered milk, footwear, clothing and other items for survival.
The South American country joins other countries in the region, such as Brazil, Venezuela and Bolivia, in providing the necessary supplies to alleviate the serious situation of vulnerability and emergency that the Palestinian strip is going through in the face of attacks by the Israeli army.
According to its objectives and missions, the so-called White Helmets “contribute to the country’s development cooperation policies and strategies, and to their control and evaluation, acting as Argentina’s focal point before specialized organizations and agencies”.
In addition, “it works in the design and execution of humanitarian assistance, emergency care and comprehensive disaster risk management. In this regard, it coordinates with the competent UN, OAS and other international, regional and sub-regional organizations”.
Central America
Senator Van Hollen Meets with Deported MS-13 Member in El Salvador; Trump and Bukele React

U.S. Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen, representing the state of Maryland, held a meeting in El Salvador with deported MS-13 gang member Kilmar Ábrego García, a member of the criminal group classified by the U.S. government as a terrorist organization.
“Kilmar Ábrego García, miraculously resurrected from the ‘extermination camps’ and ‘torture chambers,’ now sipping margaritas with Senator Van Hollen in the tropical paradise of El Salvador!” wrote President Nayib Bukeleon X (formerly Twitter), sharing photos of Van Hollen, Ábrego García, and a lawyer sitting together at a Salvadoran hotel.
The deported gang member is seen wearing a plaid shirt and a flat-brimmed cap, seated at a table with glasses and coffee cups. The senator also shared images of the meeting on his own social media accounts.
Bukele reaffirmed that Ábrego will remain in El Salvador and will not be returned to the United States.
“Now that his health has been confirmed, he has earned the honor of remaining under the custody of El Salvador,” Bukele added.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the senator’s meeting with Ábrego on Truth Social, calling Van Hollen “a fool” for advocating for Ábrego’s return to the U.S.
International
Pope Francis Appears for Easter Blessing, Calls for Peace and Religious Freedom

Pope Francis, still recovering from pneumonia, appeared on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican on Easter Sunday and, with a faint voice, wished a “Happy Easter” to the thousands of faithful gathered to celebrate the Resurrection of Christ.
A month after being discharged from a lengthy hospital stay, the presence of the 88-year-old pontiff had remained uncertain, with the Vatican not confirming his attendance ahead of time.
Eventually, the pope made a brief appearance in a wheelchair shortly after 12:00 p.m. (10:00 GMT) to deliver his traditional “Urbi et Orbi” blessing (“to the city and to the world”).
Although no longer wearing an oxygen cannula, the Argentine Jesuit relied on a close aide to read his Easter message, which touched on major global conflicts.
Francis condemned the “dramatic and unworthy humanitarian crisis” in Gaza and called for a ceasefire, while also expressing concern over the “growing climate of antisemitism spreading across the globe.”
He further emphasized the importance of religious freedom and freedom of thought, stating that without mutual respect, “peace is not possible.”
International
Thousands rally nationwide against Trump’s threat to U.S. democracy

Thousands of protesters gathered on Saturday (April 19, 2025) in major cities like New York and Washington, as well as in small communities across the United States, in a second wave of demonstrations against President Donald Trump. The crowds denounced what they view as growing threats to the country’s democratic ideals.
In New York City, demonstrators of all ages rallied in front of the Public Library near Trump Tower, holding signs accusing the president of undermining democratic institutions and judicial independence.
Many protesters also criticized Trump’s hardline immigration policies, including mass deportations and raids targeting undocumented migrants.
“Democracy is in grave danger,” said Kathy Valyi, 73, the daughter of Holocaust survivors. She told AFP that the stories her parents shared about Adolf Hitler’s rise to power in 1930s Germany “are happening here now.”
In Washington, demonstrators voiced concern over what they see as Trump’s disregard for long-standing constitutional norms, such as the right to due process.
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