BOLIVIA
Trial begins against Jeanine Áñez
The trial against former president Jeanine Áñez began yesterday in La Paz. They accuse her of planning a “coup d’état” in 2019 against Evo Morales. Áñez, who is serving 10 years in prison, denies the accusations, considering them a “hoax.” In addition, he faces charges of terrorism and criminal association, along with other officials. The prosecution requests sentences of up to 20 years. The former president, Evo Morales, a key witness, is also investigated for serious crimes. / 24 HOURS
AFGHANISTAN
Migrants die while crossing border
Dozens of Afghan migrants were killed or injured by Iranian forces while trying to cross from Pakistan into Iran. Videos released show bloody bodies, while Amnesty International and the UN demand an independent investigation into the “illegal use of force.” Iran has not officially acknowledged the incident. The border between both countries is a constant focus of a migration crisis, accentuated after the Taliban took power in 2021. / AFP
RUSSIA
Parliament faces demographic crisis
The Russian Parliament approved in first reading a law that prohibits the promotion of a “childless” lifestyle, as part of the defense of traditional values. The measure seeks to stop the demographic crisis, aggravated by the conflict in Ukraine. Penalties for non-compliance include fines of up to $51,000. The authors of the law claim that the ideology of childlessness threatens social institutions. / 24 HOURS
VENEZUELA
They ask to investigate the electoral manager
The Venezuelan Parliament requested a criminal investigation against Juan Carlos Delpino, former director of the CNE, after denouncing “irregularities” in the re-election of Nicolás Maduro. Delpino, who fled the country, is accused of conspiracy and treason. The Legislature also approved his dismissal and the confiscation of his assets. The opposition denounces electoral fraud, while post-election protests left 27 dead and thousands arrested. / 24 HOURS