Latin America
Hyper-militarized 'war on narco-terror' is not stopping drug flows
The strategy is already leading groups to adapt to new illicit industries, divert trafficking routes, and expand operations to new subregions
June 19, 2026
The strategy is already leading groups to adapt to new illicit industries, divert trafficking routes, and expand operations to new subregions
Abelardo De La Espriella and Ivan Cepeda represent two distinct visions of the country's future. Neither got 50% in Sunday's vote.
Despite talk of agreements, the Trump policy now appears bent on breaking the island while offering it 'aid'
Talks in Havana are starting to deliver results even as Washington prepares for the possibility of war
Reports suggest Trump may be laying the groundwork. Meanwhile, he said this week that ‘we may stop by' the island 'after we’re finished with’ Iran.
