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00:06Mexico celebrates the 164th anniversary of the Battle of Puebla with a civil military ceremony paying tribute to the country's
00:13army.
00:20And in Bolivia, transport workers go on a 24-hour strike to demand improvements in fuel quality.
00:32And Iran announced that the new operation in the Strait of Hormuz is nearing the conclusion, warning that they would
00:38respond to any action against their naval principles.
00:46Hello, welcome to From the South. I'm Luis Alberto Matos from Adeleso Studios in Caracas, Venezuela, beginning with the news.
01:06Mexico celebrates the 164th anniversary of the Battle of Puebla with a civil military ceremony paying tribute to the country's
01:14army.
01:15Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum led the commemorative ceremony marking the victory of the Mexican military over the French,
01:22as well as tribute to General Zaragoza, who led the Battle of May 5, 1862.
01:28The President emphasized that Mexico is a free, independent, and sovereign nation and stated that this battle represents the defense
01:36of a nation throughout history.
01:38The event included parades and a ceremony to remember and honor those who were part of this history.
01:51And Venezuela's acting president, Delce Rodriguez, highlighted that the country maintains a stock-to-shelf ratio of nearly 99%, reflecting
01:59the strengthening of the national production system.
02:02During a meeting with the agri-food sector, the President emphasized that the government is working to safeguard the entire
02:08production chain,
02:09from producer to consumer, with a special focus on maintaining fair prices.
02:14She also reiterated that the executive branch's priority is to protect workers' persons in power, preventing speculation and ensuring equitable
02:21access to food.
02:23These results are in line with positive projections from international organizations such as the Economic Commission for Latin America and
02:30the Caribbean,
02:30which forecast economic growth for Venezuela.
02:39U.S. District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein has set a new hearing for June 30th for Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro
02:46and his wife, First Lady Celia Flores.
02:48The order was issued at the United States Courthouse in Manhattan.
02:52This decision follows a joint motion filed electronically on May 1st by the defense and the prosecution.
02:58If there is no postponement, the Venezuelan President and the First Lady will return to the Southern District Court of
03:04New York.
03:05In this context, the Venezuelan presidential couple has declared themselves prisoners of war,
03:10given the lack of substance and evidence regarding the charges arbitrarily imposed by U.S. courts.
03:30And amid the new escalation of tensions between the United States and Cuba, Cuba's ambassador to the United Nations, Ernesto
03:37Soberon,
03:38stated that the country is ready to defend itself against any possible aggression.
03:41The Cuban diplomat confirmed in an interview with the U.S. network Fox that Cuba would resist and defend itself.
03:48He reiterated that although there has always been a willingness to engage in dialogue in the face of the most
03:54recent expansion of sanctions murdered by Washington,
03:56Cuba maintains a policy of resistance and sovereignty.
03:59Cuban authorities have described the Trump administration's measures as collective punishment,
04:04a form of inhumane political pressure that impacts the daily lives of millions of people.
04:16The Chinese government condemned the escalation of illegal unilateral sanctions and threats by the United States against Cuba.
04:23Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Yan reaffirmed his support for Cuba in defending its sovereignty and national security,
04:30urged the United States to immediately end the embargo and sanctions against the island.
04:36Lin described these actions as a serious violation of the Cuban people's right to life and development, including a violation
04:42of international relations.
04:44Furthermore, he reiterated Beijing's willingness to work with all parties to help safeguard the Caribbean country's sovereignty and national security.
04:59In El Salvador, the criminal court upheld the 30-year prison sentence against three former high-ranking military officers for
05:06the 1982 murder of four Dutch journalists.
05:09The court upheld the verdict after rejecting the motions to set aside the judgment filed by the defense and concluded
05:15that the acts were planned and carried out under the responsibility of the command structure in place at the time.
05:21Although sentences totaling 60 years were initially imposed, the legislation in force at that time established a maximum sentence of
05:2830 years.
05:28The ruling also provides for the suspension of civil and political rights during the term of the sentence.
05:34In this regard, the authorities indicated that the sentence may be served in a hospital or in a prison, depending
05:40on the health condition of the convicts.
05:48Let's now take our first break. Stay with us.
06:05Welcome back. In Bolivia, transport workers go on a 24-hour strike to demand improvements in fuel quality.
06:11The La Paz Transportation Federation said that, out of loyalty to the Union, disjoining the 24-hour strike after the
06:17national government failed to honor the latest agreements reached between the parties.
06:21Among the drivers, the La Paz Transportation Federation decided not to respond to the government's call for dialogue as they
06:26would proceed with the strike that began Tuesday.
06:29Furthermore, they argued that the distribution of poor-quality gasoline caused damage to vehicles and that the compensation remains insufficient.
06:47Now let's take a look at the main demands of Bolivia's transport sector.
06:51The Union is demanding improvements in fuel quality as the current gasoline is harming vehicle performance and shortening their lifespan.
06:58They are calling on the national government to guarantee a steady supply to end the long lines at gas stations.
07:04They are also demanding financial compensation for mechanical damage caused by the low-quality fuel.
07:13On the other hand, transportation companies are calling on the Bolivian Highway Authority to carry out proper maintenance work.
07:21This would ensure the effectiveness of toll collection systems and optimize investment in road infrastructure.
07:27In addition, they are insistent on a meeting with President Rodrigo Paz to formalize solutions and reject previous agreements signed
07:34with ministers.
07:43And Colombian President Gustavo Petro underlined that agricultural production is essential for the country's development and emphasized that his government
07:51is committed to supporting farmers by replacing illegal crops.
07:54The President noted that many farmers who once cultivated coca are now producing cocoa and coffee, successfully gaining access to
08:02international markets.
08:04Since taking office, a policy has been implemented to facilitate the transition to legal economies, strengthening the state's presence in
08:11vulnerable areas and promoting productive development as a strategy to reduce balance and move toward a sustainable model.
08:17In this context, the President highlighted the Renas-Semos program as the flagship initiative of its vision to transform Colombia
08:26into a global powerhouse of life, promoting a shift toward legitimate and sustainable economies.
08:38And in Colombia as well, an explosion at a coal mine in the municipality of Zuta Tauza in Cundinamarca left
08:44nine people dead and six workers rescued alive, according to mining authorities.
08:49The accident occurred at the La Ciscuda mine, where 15 miners were injured while performing extraction work.
08:56Six survivors were transported to a hospital in the municipality of Ubaté to receive medical care.
09:00The Cundinamarca Fire Department indicated that this toll corresponds to the official report from the Mining Authority, which is leading
09:07search and rescue efforts in the area, where the recovery of the bodies continues.
09:11Previously, before the number of authorities was confirmed, Captain Alvaro Farfan of the Cundinamarca Fire Department provided details about the
09:18tragic incident.
09:25We report that this afternoon, a serious incident occurred involving a mining accident within the jurisdiction of the municipality of
09:33Zararausa, specifically in the village of Peñel Boquerón, where, apparently due to a gas buildup, an explosion took place.
09:40At this time, it is reported that 15 miners were working at the site, three of whom were able to
09:46exit on their own.
09:47One of them, however, due to the severity of the incident, has been transported to a medical facility.
09:52And it is reported that 12 miners are trapped. At this time, the National Mining Agency is transporting all first
09:59-respond personnel, along with staff from those mining areas.
10:02Municipal firefighters and hospital staff on standby through the unified command position.
10:12In the Dominican Republic, President Luis Abinader ordered the immediate suspension of all activities related to the mining project promoted
10:19by the Canadian company Gold Quest in the province of San Juan.
10:22On Sunday, thousands of voices rose up in the south of the country with a clear message.
10:27Water yes, gold no. Hundreds of people marched from various points in the province of San Juan to the town
10:32of Sabaneta in protest against the Romero mining project.
10:36This operation aimed to exploit a copper, gold and silver deposit in the central cordillera, with estimated reserve of 1
10:43.1 million ounces of gold, valued at around $5 billion, according to the company Gold Quest.
10:50However, what the government and the company considered an economic opportunity was seen by the inhabitants as a direct threat
10:57to their survival.
11:05And in the United States, a new poll has revealed deep skepticism among U.S. citizens regarding President Donald Trump's
11:12ability to lead, with the majority declaring him mentally and physically unfit for the presidency.
11:17The Washington Post, ABC News and Ipsos Poll, released on Monday, found that 59% of respondents believe Trump lacks
11:25the mental sharpness required to serve effectively as commander-in-chief, compared to just 40% who said he is
11:31equipped for the role.
11:32On physical health, 55% said the president is not in good enough condition to lead, while 44% disagreed.
11:39Meanwhile, more than half of those surveyed said they do not view Trump as a strong leader, and striking 67
11:46% by if he does not carefully consider important decisions, pointing to the erratic and impulsive policy-making that has
11:54defined his approach to the Iran war that continues to hammer the U.S. economy.
12:04Now for a second break, stay with us.
12:34Welcome back.
12:35Iran announced that the new operation in the Strait of Hormuz is nearing completion.
12:39They also warned that they would respond to any action that goes against their naval principles.
12:44The warning follows the U.S. military Operation Freedom, which is escorting stranded vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
12:51This comes after weeks of Iranian restrictions due to the attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran.
12:56In this regard, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohamed Bakar Khalifa accused Washington and its allies of threatening maritime security after violating
13:04the ceasefire and imposing a naval blockade against Iran.
13:07Analysts suggested a change in the rules of transit through this strategic waterway linked to the full reopening of the
13:15passage and the lifting of the western blockade on Iranian ports.
13:25The World Bank forecast a 24-hour percent rise in energy prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East.
13:32The World Bank noted that commodity prices will rise by 16 percent due to higher energy costs, as well as
13:39higher prices for fertilizers and key metals.
13:41The organization warned that if oil prices remained above $100 per barrel, millions of people could face severe food insecurity.
13:49The military escalation in the Middle East is causing increased instability in financial markets, which could drive prices above current
13:56forecasts.
14:03And Palestinian authorities reported that forces of the Genocidal Israeli army carried out at least 1,637 attacks against the
14:11population and property in the West Bank during the month of April.
14:15The actions included demolitions, confiscations, physical assaults and restrictions on movement, mainly in areas such as Nablus, Ramallah and Bethlehem.
14:24Palestinian officials warned that these events are part of a systematic policy aimed at displacing and exterminating the Palestinian population
14:32and consolidating the expansion of settlements.
14:35In this regard, they urge the international community to take action and provide support to put an end to these
14:41actions, which undermine the stability, peace and development of the Palestinian people.
14:54The extreme humanitarian crisis in Gaza caused by the Zionist entities being exacerbated by the proliferation of pests, especially rats,
15:02safety children, has reported that two out of three children in the Gaza Strip are at risk of infection.
15:07The situation affects 1.4 million people who survive in improvised settlements, where the accumulation of waste, the lack of
15:15drinking water and the scarcity of space have created an ideal environment for the spread of diseases.
15:20Rats invade the tents in search of food, contaminating the few basic supplies and, in some cases, attacking children while
15:27they sleep.
15:28According to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, 80% of the settlements evaluated report the presence of
15:34pests, while the occupying genocidal forces continue to block the delivery of vital aid such as clean water and sanitation
15:41kits.
15:48An Israeli court extended the detention of the two activists who were travelling on a humanitarian flotilla bound for the
15:54Gaza Strip until next Sunday.
15:57According to the Activist Legal Representative, the court granted the prosecution's request to extend their detention after they appear in
16:04court this Tuesday, six days after their abduction.
16:06In the last few days, Brazil and Spain have reiterated their demand that Israel immediately replace their nationals, who are
16:13being held on a series of alleged charges of terrorism and collaboration with the enemy.
16:17The remaining activists on board the flotilla were transferred to the island of Crete, following an agreement between Greece and
16:25Israel.
16:31Worldwide complaints are on the rise regarding the kidnapping by the Zionist regime of Tiago d'Abela and Saif Aboukacheq,
16:39members of the Global Sumit Flotilla.
16:41Reports from the Adala organization confirm that both activists have been beaten, abused and forced to remain in uncomfortable positions.
16:49Their legal representative warned that they lack basic guarantees, have not been formally charged and have not been able to
16:57have adequate access to their defense during interrogations.
17:01Both Brazil were abilized from and Spain.
17:04Aboukacheq's second nationality have demanded the immediate release of the detainees amid strong condemnation of Israel.
17:10The activists remain on hunger strike in protest of their situation.
17:20China delivered humanitarian aid to the Lebanese government to assist the population affected by the crisis caused by the new
17:26Israeli offensive.
17:27Our correspondent Bruno Fossey with the details.
17:31Greetings, comrades.
17:32Here from Beijing, the Chinese government has announced on Monday the delivery of two shipments of humanitarian aid to the
17:41Lebanese government,
17:42totaling approximately 17 containers of supplies, including food, tents and essential items.
17:51Chinese ambassador to Lebanon, Chen Shuandong, expressed his country concerns about the humanitarian situation and reaffirmed China's solidarity with the
18:03Lebanese people,
18:04who he described as a reliable partner.
18:08This assistance is part of two shipments totaling approximately 1,000 tons of supplies, including mattress, blankets, hygiene kits and
18:22food,
18:23demonstrating the China's commitment to the country's sovereignty, stability and unity.
18:29The Lebanese authorities expressed their gratitude for the aid noted that it came in a critical time with more than
18:39one million people displaced,
18:43underscoring the urgency of international assistance.
18:47In this context, the humanitarian crisis has worsened with the intensification of the Israeli offensive in the country,
18:57leaving more than 2,600 dead and over 8,000 wounded.
19:04Among the victims are hundreds of children and women, as well as more than 100 healthcare workers.
19:14Attacked by the Zionist occupation force on hospitals and schools has also been reported.
19:22With this news from here, Beijing, we go back with you in the studios.
19:30Well, like this, we have come to the end of this news break.
19:33But first, Telesur invites you to watch this special interview with Joao Bernando Vieira, Foreign Minister of Guinea Apiso.
19:40As part of his visit to Venezuela and to mark the 20th anniversary of bilateral relations between the two nations,
19:46don't miss it at 18 hours Keto time and 19 hours Caracas, New York and Havana time.
19:57For Telesur English, I'm Luis Roberto Matos.
19:59Thanks for watching.
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