Colombia Election Runoff: Right-wing outsider Abelardo de la Espriella edged ahead in Sunday’s first round with about 43.7% versus Iván Cepeda’s 40.9%, setting up a June 21 runoff that could reshape Colombia’s approach to security, “total peace” talks, and relations with the US. US Strike Death Toll: The US military carried out another strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the eastern Pacific, killing three and pushing the reported death toll past 200 since the campaign began—raising fresh questions about due process. Cuba Under Pressure: A new report highlights worsening daily life in Cuba as ordinary people struggle with shortages and harsh conditions amid escalating Trump-era pressure. Caribbean Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 brings tourism ministers together to protect market share and boost resilience under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Chile-India Minerals Deal: Chile is offering India major critical-mineral opportunities (copper, lithium, cobalt) as CEPA talks near a finish line. Tech & Telecom in LatAm: Huawei hosted an ISP forum on “AI Reshaping ISPs,” focused on how networks can adapt as AI and home broadband demand evolve.