FIFA's Infantino confident Mexico can co-host World Cup despite cartel violence FIFA President Gianni Infantino says he has "complete confidence" in Mexico as a World Cup co-host despite days of cartel violence in the country that has left at least 70 people dead. The Associated Press
What to know about the Jalisco cartel and its late leader NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with organized crime expert Steven Dudley about "El Mencho" and what the death of the cartel leader means for the fight against drug trafficking in Mexico. Henry Larson
Mexico's military regains control after violence over the killing of a cartel leader Mexico braced for more violence following an eruption of clashes after the armed killed the leader of a powerful cartel Eyder Peralta
Mexican army kills leader of Jalisco New Generation Cartel, official says The Mexican army killed the leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," in an operation Sunday, a federal official said. The Associated Press
José María Balcázar becomes Peru's eighth president in a decade José María Balcázar has become Peru's new interim president, replacing another interim leader who was removed over corruption allegations just four months into his term. The Associated Press
Venezuela's oil revival brings hope — but little relief for workers As U.S. sanctions ease and oil money begins to trickle back after Nicolás Maduro's removal, Venezuelans weigh hopes for recovery against the harsh reality of surviving on wages that barely cover food. Manuel Rueda
Venezuela debates sweeping amnesty for political prisoners After the fall of Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's new leaders promise amnesty and reconciliation — but for hundreds still jailed and thousands facing charges, justice remains uncertain. John Otis
In blunt warning, the U.S. says Peru could lose its sovereignty to China The Trump administration on Wednesday expressed concern that China was costing Peru its sovereignty after a Peruvian court ruling restricted a local regulator's oversight of a Chinese-built mega port. The Associated Press
US oil blockade roils life in Cuba. Venezuelans test new freedoms Cuba hasn’t received an oil shipment since December. The shortage has grounded air travel, and disrupted food production, hospitals and schools. Venezuelans stage open demonstrations in the streets that only weeks ago could have meant jail time. Manuel Rueda
Why the build up of U.S. military forces continues in the Caribbean U.S. forces are likely in places such as Puerto Rico for the long haul, as the Trump administration tries to reshape U.S. priorities in the Caribbean and South America. Steve Walsh
