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UN chief condemns rich countries 'vicious' tactics against poor

Antonio Guterres also said that wealthy nations have not kept their promise to provide 0.15% to 0.20% of their Gross National Income to Least Developed Countries.

Panama groups reject deal with govt, resume blockades

Pressure groups continue a weeks-long movement against rising inflation and corruption in the Central American country, saying a deal with the government to end protests was "signed under pressure."

UN: Haiti gang violence causes over 200 deaths in five days

Most of the victims were not directly involved in gangs, UN human rights office says, adding that there have also been reports of sexual violence.

Ecuador, Indigenous groups hold talks after cost-of-living protests

Participants are discussing many issues, including fuel price cuts, employment, labour rights and mining policies, after weeks of disruptive protests in the South American country.

Biden to meet Saudi king, crown prince in Mideast visit

US President Biden will hold bilateral talks with Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz and his leadership team, including Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, when he visits the Middle East next week, says the White House.

US investors form venture to pursue Venezuela oil, gas projects

Two American investment funds say they will be working jointly with Caracas-based group but any effort is subject to approvals by US and under-sanctions Venezuela.

Ecuador, Indigenous leaders ink deal to end 18 days of strikes

Deal, which includes cut in fuel prices and other concessions, was signed by government minister Francisco Jimenez, Indigenous leader Leonidas Iza and head of Episcopal Conference, Monsignor Luis Cabrera, who acted as mediator.

Ecuador president survives impeachment attempt as protests continue

The motion failed to gather enough votes to remove President Guillermo Lasso from office as talks with Indigenous protesters were suspended after a soldier was killed.

Indigenous Ecuador group holds talks with Lasso's govt

CONAIE group leading protests discusses with President Guillermo Lasso's government possible solutions that could end strikes that have paralysed parts of the South American country for two weeks.

Ecuador warns oil output could stop if protests continue

"The country's oil production will be suspended in less than 48 hours as vandalism, the seizure of oil wells and road closures have prevented the transport of equipment and diesel needed to keep operations going," says Energy Ministry.

Protesters attempt to storm Ecuador's Congress despite concession

Government allowed thousands of marchers into the headquarters of a major cultural organisation and pulled back security forces there. In exchange they asked for people and goods like food and medicines to be allowed to circulate freely.

Biden urges US Congress to suspend federal gas tax three months

“I’m doing my part. I want Congress, states and industry to do their part as well,” US President Joe Biden called on Congress to suspend federal taxes on gas and diesel fuel for three months, a move that was faced with doubts by many lawmakers.