International

• Saturday, July 19th 2025 - 10:37 UTC

  Paraguay to receive electric buses and pickup trucks from Korean Donation

  

  Paraguay is set to receive 60 distinctive electric “jeepney” buses and 20 electric pickup trucks as a donation from the Korean government. The buses, known for their colorful, elongated design popular in the Philippines, are expected to arrive in Paraguay in October and will be assembled domestically, becoming operational by year-end.

• Friday, July 18th 2025 - 10:40 UTC

  Paraguay, UK sign “Friendship Charter”

  

  Paraguayan Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano and British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs David Lammy signed Thursday in London the so-called “United Kingdom-Paraguay Friendship Charter,” committing both nations to enhanced cooperation across five key areas:

• Friday, July 18th 2025 - 10:30 UTC

  Trump demands release of Epstein documents to stop revolt, threatens to sue WSJ

  

  U.S. President Donald Trump has asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to release portions of the grand jury materials from the Jeffrey Epstein case in an effort to calm the growing discontent within the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. The move follows The Wall Street Journal’s publication of a 2003 birthday letter allegedly written by Trump to the convicted sex offender — a letter Trump claims is “fake,” threatening legal action against the newspaper and its owner, Rupert Murdoch.

• Friday, July 18th 2025 - 00:11 UTC

  Casino Software Giants of 2025: Best Game Developers Revealed

  Game collection is what players consider first when searching for an online casino. Although a broad content range appeals to a wider audience, the most reputable operators focus on the quality of their portfolios. Hence, they invest considerable resources in their software selection and partner with the top-tier developers to provide a safe and enjoyable gaming experience to their players. Here’s what makes the best software studios of 2025:

• Thursday, July 17th 2025 - 19:22 UTC

  Voting age lowered to 16 in UK

  

  British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced Thursday a significant “democracy shake-up” that includes lowering the voting age to 16 for all UK elections, likely starting with the next general election in 2029. This move has been met with accusations of “breathtaking cynicism” from the opposition Conservative party, who argue it is nothing but a partisan attempt to boost Labour's electoral chances, as polls suggest 16- and 17-year-olds are more likely to vote for them.

• Thursday, July 17th 2025 - 10:35 UTC

  Buenos Aires to hold AMIA bombing anniversary ceremony under tight security

  

  As the 31st anniversary of the Argentine Israeli Mutual Association (AMIA) bombing looms over, Iran has strongly criticized President Javier Milei for his unwavering support of Israel. Iran's embassy in the UK issued a document condemning Argentina, alongside Canada, the Czech Republic, and Paraguay, for backing Israel's “military actions” against Iran and condemning Iran's “defensive attacks.”

• Thursday, July 17th 2025 - 09:35 UTC

  Bogotá Summit calls for actions against Israel

  

  The First Emergency Ministerial Summit of the Hague Group, held in Bogotá, Colombia, on Tuesday and Wednesday, concluded with a strong diplomatic stance against what participating nations describe as the “genocide of the Palestinian people.”

• Thursday, July 17th 2025 - 09:17 UTC

  NATO Chief warns of “consequences” for countries trading with Russia

  

  NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a stern warning to India, China, and Brazil, stating they will face “consequences” if they continue significant trade with Russia, particularly in energy. This warning follows an announcement by US President Donald Trump, who threatened to impose 100% secondary tariffs on purchasers of Russian exports if a peace agreement for Ukraine is not reached within 50 days.

• Wednesday, July 16th 2025 - 19:37 UTC

  Peña meets with King Charles III at Windsor Castle

  

  President Santiago Peña Wednesday met with King Charles III at Windsor Castle, marking a historic first for a Paraguayan head of state to be received by a British monarch. Peña's trip seeks to strengthen bilateral relations between Paraguay and the United Kingdom, building on over 170 years of diplomatic ties. Key areas of focus include trade, sustainable investment, education, climate action, and human rights.

• Wednesday, July 16th 2025 - 10:55 UTC

  Falklands, Argentine opposition demands information on alleged Argentina, UK, US, NATO understanding

  

  A recent article published by The Economist, and reproduced by MP, indicating a secret military dialogue between Argentina and UK, with the backing of the President Trump administration, which could lead to a softening of President Javier Milei’s Argentine claim over the Falkland/Malvinas Islands in exchange for NATO military support, has triggered demands for answers in the Argentine Congress.