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Venezuela Sells Its Oil to Washington and Has No Cash

Venezuela's 2026 paradox: the Pentagon takes a 35% stake in an oil venture while 28 million Venezuelans run short of banknotes. The economy, explained by its contradictions. The post Venezuela Sells Its Oil to Washington and Has No Cash appeared first on The Rio Times .

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Why Mexican cartels are increasingly using car bombs and other explosives

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Drug cartels across Mexico are increasingly turning to car bombs, explosives-laden drones and improvised explosive devices, a trend that could further strain Mexico’s already…

  • Mexican cartels use car bombs, explosives, drones, and IEDs more frequently.
  • 23 explosive attacks occurred in Zacatecas in 2026, 6 involving cars/motorcycles.
  • Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) expanding influence, using explosives as weapon.

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