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Montevideo, June 1st 2025 - 20:18 UTC

Argentina objects to EU's deforestation “standard” risk rating

Argentina was ranked alongside Brazil and Paraguay but riskier than Uruguay

Argentina has formally objected to the European Union's preliminary classification of the country as a “standard risk” under the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR). The regulation, set to take effect in 2026, aims to ensure that consumer products imported...

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US Embassy advises travelers to Brazil to exercise extreme caution

In parts of Brasilia, “neither tour companies nor the police can guarantee your safety,” the warning pointed out

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El Al to fly between Tel Aviv and Buenos Aires

Milei and Netanyahu will sign the agreement on June 11

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Argentine gov't announces “new” voluntary military service

The main difference with the previously existing one is a change in the age bracket of candidates from 18-24 to 18-28 years

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Orsi's diplomatic picks stir Montevideo's Senate

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The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, RSPB, claims the commitment has now been suspended and the UK spending review in June will determine if it continues.

British Family concern with Darwin Plus suspension and possible axing of vital conservation funds

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Since 2018, UK has supported green projects on the Falklands and South Atlantic by providing almost £1million a year on average.

Falklands, Darwin Plus successes, peatlands, tussac grass, Sei whales, protection of Rockhopper penguins

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FIFA thus joined worldwide efforts to fight racism, Infantino highlighted

FIFA takes tougher stance against racism

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Pope Leo XIV had a new picture for his new Peruvian ID

Peru sends mission to update Pope Leo XIV's ID

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