The release of long-detained dissidents comes just days after Venezuela's interim leader met with the US president, fueling speculation about a political opening.
The US-led anti-cartel alliance backed new sanctions against crime groups after Trump urged stronger action.
The two top diplomats also exchanged views on the current international situation during talks, according to Russian state media.
New data shows nearly a third of Argentines fell below the poverty line as the basic food basket cost around $440 amid weak household incomes.
Official data show poverty rose to 32.3% in the first half of 2026 as incomes failed to keep pace with rising prices.
Bogotá's foreign ministry accused Tehran of links to international terrorist groups and human rights violations.
Streets were left deserted across the resort city amid a retaliatory 'armed strike' following the killing of a top criminal gang commander.
Facing a severe economic crisis, Bolivia has followed an International Monetary Fund recommendation, fulfilling a goal set by President Rodrigo Paz since his election last year.
The region is outperforming the S&P 500 so far this year, as measured by the iShares Latin America 40 ETF, according to CNBC.
The two countries were responsible for 52% of killings of environmental activists worldwide last year, according to Global Witness.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella's election as part of a broader regional shift toward Washington, opening a three-nation tour of allied Latin American countries.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Colombia, Ecuador and Peru as Washington looks to strengthen cooperation with right-wing governments in the region.
According to a report by Anadolu Agency, Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella has ordered the termination of the 'Total Peace' initiative, directing a return to military operations against armed groups.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Colombia on Tuesday to strengthen ties with regional allies.