Venezuela accuses Colombia of using arms cache to justify intervention in VenezuelaCARACAS, Venezuela — President Hugo Chavez’s government on Thursday accused Colombian authorities of trying to justify an intervention in Venezuela with its allegations that anti-tank weapons found in a rebel arms cache originated here. Mediator says Honduras’ interim government asked him to said envoy, open to talksSAN JOSE, Costa Rica — Costa Rican President Oscar Arias said Wednesday that foreign governments should keep on applying sanctions against Honduras’ interim government even as its leaders expressed interest in further negotiations on ending the standoff. Venezuela still considering halting trade with Colombia as OAS chief calls for calmCARACAS, Venezuela — The head of the Organization of American States urged Venezuela on Wednesday not to break off diplomatic relations with Colombia or take other drastic steps amid escalating tensions between the two South American neighbors. Rights activists say Venezuela govt punishing protesters, union leadersCARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuelan rights activists said Wednesday that President Hugo Chavez’s government is using the courts to stifle protests. Chavez recalls ambassador over Colombia’s report that rebels had weapons sold to VenezuelaCARACAS, Venezuela — President Hugo Chavez recalled his ambassador from Bogota on Tuesday and threatened to halt Colombian imports after the neighboring country said anti-tank weapons found in a rebel arms cache came from Venezuela. Venezuela recalls ambassador to Colombia, freezes diplomatic relationsCARACAS, Venezuela — President Hugo Chavez recalled Venezuela’s ambassador to Colombia and froze diplomatic relations with the neighboring country Tuesday to protest Bogota’s suggestions that weapons found in a rebel arms cache could have come from Venezuela. Analysis: Honduran coup reveals limits of Chavez power in Latin America as all eyes turn to USMEXICO CITY — The coup in Honduras has shown the limits to Hugo Chavez’s power in the region, as Latin America looks to Washington to resolve the ordeal. Swedish-made anti-tank launchers sold to Venezuela found in hands of Colombian rebels.BOGOTA — Swedish-made anti-tank rocket launchers sold to Venezuela years ago were obtained by Colombia’s main rebel group, and Sweden said Monday it was demanding an explanation. Filmmaker Spike Lee defends press freedom during visit to Venezuela, where media under siegeCARACAS, Venezuela — Filmmaker Spike Lee championed a free press Friday during a visit to Venezuela, where broadcasters are under pressure to avoid criticizing President Hugo Chavez’s leftist government. Chavez: Bogota should not underestimate concerns over Colombia’s growing military ties with USCARACAS, Venezuela — President Hugo Chavez says Colombia should not underestimate Venezuela’s concerns over the neighboring country’s decision to forge stronger military ties with the United States. Israel asks Brazil to use its influence to help halt Iran’s nuclear programBRASILIA, Brazil — Israel’s foreign minister met with Brazil’s president Wednesday and asked Latin America’s biggest nation to use its influence to help halt Iran’s nuclear program. As sanctions loom over Honduras, supporters of ousted president fear impact on poorTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Supporters of ousted President Manuel Zelaya are advocating targeted economic sanctions to pressure the interim government to allow his return rather than broader measures that might harm the Central American country’s poorest citizens. Venezuela: US claim that drug trafficking on rise another blow to normalizing relationsCARACAS, Venezuela — President Hugo Chavez’s government criticized a U.S. congressional report on drug trafficking in Venezuela, saying Tuesday that relations cannot be normalized as long as Washington keeps passing judgment on the nation’s internal affairs. Honduras’ interim govt expels Venezuelan diplomatsTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Honduras’ interim government ordered Venezuelan diplomats on Tuesday to leave the country as the international community threatened new sanctions on the Central American nation if negotiations fail to resolve the crisis. Venezuela’s Chavez objects to talks on increasing the US military presence in ColombiaCARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is objecting to Colombia’s decision to let the United States increase its military presence in the neighboring country. Judge removed following complaints of pressure to rule against Chavez opponentCARACAS, Venezuela — A judge handling one of Venezuela’s most politically charged cases said Monday that she was fired after complaining about pressure to rule against an opponent of President Hugo Chavez. US congressional report charges corruption in Venezuela allows drug trafficking to flourishCARACAS, Venezuela — A U.S. congressional report on drug trafficking in Venezuela charges that corruption within the government and military has led to a permissive environment that allows smuggling to flourish. On South America tour, Israel’s foreign minister hopes to offset Iranian influenceJERUSALEM — Israel’s foreign minister is heading to South America on a mission partly aimed at stemming Iranian “infiltration” on the continent, a senior diplomat said Monday. Ousted Honduran president gives negotiators until the end of Saturday to restore him to officeTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya gave U.S.-backed talks in Costa Rica until the end of Saturday to restore him to office, warning he would return to his country with or without an agreement. Talks to end Honduras’ crisis seen as last chance to avert violence; ousted leader vows returnTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Allies of Honduras’ ousted President Manuel Zelaya say U.S.-backed talks in Costa Rica Saturday may be the last chance to avert a clash, perhaps even civil war. Mediator proposing reconciliation gvt for Honduras; exiled leader prepares 2nd return bidTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — The mediator in Honduras’ political crisis said he will propose a national reconciliation government during the next round of talks, while ousted President Manuel Zelaya prepared a second bid to return home to reclaim power. Aide: Exiled president heading to home to set up alternative government seat inside HondurasTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — A top aide said exiled Honduran President Manuel Zelaya was heading home Thursday to set up an alternative seat of government inside the country, and will use it as his headquarters in a “final battle” against the coup leaders. Aide: Ousted president en route to Honduras to set up alternative seat of governmentLA PAZ, Bolivia — A top aide to Manuel Zelaya says the ousted president will set up government headquarters inside Honduras, from which he will lead the “final battle” against coup leaders. Venezuela denies restricting paper imports for newspapersCARACAS, Venezuela — A Venezuelan government agency that sells foreign currency to importers is denying it has limited the supply of dollars for newspapers. 15th century Peruvians sacrificed humans to appease El NinoCARACAS - Archaeologists have found evidence that a woman from the Chimu culture was buried alive in the 15th century at the Chan Chan archaeological complex in Peru to ameliorate the various effects of what we today call the El Nino weather phenomenon. Troops seize opposition-controlled police station in Venezuela, 8 injured in protestsCURIEPE, Venezuela — National Guard troops seized a police station controlled by a leading opponent of President Hugo Chavez on Wednesday, sparking clashes between soldiers and protesters that authorities said injured eight people. Troops seize opposition-controlled police station in Venezuela, 6 injured in protestsCURIEPE, Venezuela — National Guard troops seized control of a police station controlled by a leading opponent of President Hugo Chavez on Wednesday, sparking clashes between troops and protesters that police said left six injured. National Guard troops seize police station under control of Chavez opponent in VenezuelaCARACAS, Venezuela — Dozens of National Guard troops seized control of a police station controlled by a leading opponent of President Hugo Chavez on Wednesday, adding to tensions between Venezuela’s government and elected opposition officials. Venezuelan official warns state oil workers to support socialist modelCARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuela’s oil minister says workers at the state oil company must support President Hugo Chavez’s endeavors or be suspected of conspiring against his socialist revolution. US photographer briefly detained, has images erased by governor’s security in VenezuelaCARACAS, Venezuela — An American photographer working for The New York Times was briefly detained by agents from the security detail of a Venezuelan state governor, who seized his camera and erased his photos. |
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