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Venezuelan government marks 12th anniversary of Hugo Chávez’s death with vows of loyalty

On Wednesday, the Venezuelan government marked the 12th anniversary of President Hugo Chávez’s (1999-2013) death with various activities and messages on social media, vowing to maintain “loyalty” to the founder of the so-called ‘Bolivarian Revolution.’

“Chávez was planted in our consciousness, mind, and pure soul. We have never failed him, and we will never fail him. Long live his memory and legacy forever!” said Nicolás Maduro, who took office for a third term on January 10 following his controversial re-election, in a message posted on Telegram.

Maduro stated that they turned the “terrible pain” of their leader’s death into “love, strength, courage, and bravery” to continue moving forward with the belief that they are “on the right side of history, building the Bolivarian project.”

The head of the Ministry of Defense, Vladimir Padrino López, reaffirmed the “unshakable” commitment of the Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB) to the “Bolivarian project” in a message posted on Instagram.

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Chile and Germany reaffirm commitment to multilateralism amid global challenges

Chile and Germany reaffirmed on Wednesday their commitment to multilateralism and advocated for strengthening ties with countries that promote free trade and “abide by international rules.”

“The world is changing rapidly, and the challenges posed by the global scenario today require us to work together,” said Chilean President Gabriel Boric in a press conference after meeting with his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier at the La Moneda Palace in Santiago. “Today, multilateralism is under threat.”

Although Boric did not directly mention U.S. President Donald Trump, he expressed that his country is “concerned about the threats looming over Panama, Canada, Greenland, and Danish territory,” referring to recent statements and measures by Trump regarding his aspirations for U.S. foreign policy.

In recent days, Trump announced the imposition of tariffs on products from Canada, Mexico, and China, reiterated his interest in purchasing Greenland—part of Denmark—and insisted on regaining control of the Panama Canal, which has sparked diplomatic tensions.

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Guatemalan court’s ruling against Zamora labeled as an assault on press freedom by IAPA

Guatemalan court decides Wednesday whether to convict journalist José Rubén Zamora

he Inter American Press Association (IAPA) on Wednesday described as an “assault on press freedom” the decision by a Guatemalan appeals court to revoke the house arrest of journalist José Rubén Zamora, founder of El Periódico.

The Guatemalan Appeals Court ordered the journalist to return to prison amid the criminal proceedings that the Public Ministry (Prosecutor’s Office) has ongoing against him, although this decision is not yet final.

“The court’s decision is a direct affront to freedom of expression and the citizens’ right to be informed,” emphasized José Roberto Dutriz, President of the IAPA, in a statement.

He added that the measure is “without legitimate grounds” and confirms “a pattern of persecution orchestrated against José Rubén Zamora.”

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Chile’s President Boric reiterates support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, condemns Russia’s aggression

Chilean President Gabriel Boric on Wednesday reaffirmed his commitment to respecting international law and human rights, urging that “the aggressor, Russia, should never be confused with the victim, Ukraine,” in negotiations aimed at achieving a “lasting peace” amid the recent shake-up following the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky.

“Any negotiation process must be carried out with full respect for international law and the parties in conflict. Only in this way can we achieve lasting peace and the goal that an invasion like this never happens again. To do so, it is essential that history is told truthfully, and the aggressor, Russia, is never confused with the victim, Ukraine,” said the Chilean leader.

The statement, made from the La Moneda Palace (the seat of government) after meeting with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier during his first official trip to the southern country, is Boric’s first comment on the conflict following the dispute last Friday at the White House between Zelensky and Trump, who accused the Ukrainian leader of being “disrespectful” and “playing with World War III.”

“Chile’s position has always been to safeguard Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” continued the Chilean president, who has consistently condemned Russia for what he called an “unjust aggression” and has met with Zelensky several times since the war began.

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