Deportation Pressure on Mexico: Guatemala’s President Bernardo Arevalo says nearly 2,300 Mexicans deported from the U.S. arrived in Guatemala this year as a “transit stopover,” with Mexico and/or the U.S. covering transport, while Mexico protests the practice and says it’s working to repatriate its citizens. Bolivia Legal Crackdown: Bolivian prosecutors opened a second case into Argentine consultant Fernando Cerimedo, raiding properties after he was charged in Santa Cruz over the shooting of his former partner; investigators cite alleged illicit enrichment and possible “mini bot farm” activity. Colombia Earthquake Response: BBB urged donors to verify charities before giving as Colombia’s quake recovery continues, with reports of hundreds dead and missing and major damage to homes and services. Colombia Mining Safety: Colombia’s mining authority confirmed 13 deaths and seven injuries in a landslide at an unlicensed gold mine in Nariño, highlighting risks from illegal operations. Venezuela Energy Opening: Venezuela concluded new offshore gas deals with BP, Shell and partners, signaling a shift toward restarting production after years of sanctions and isolation. Cuba vs. U.S. Sanctions: Cuba’s UN ambassador says Washington’s sanctions keep blocking private investment reforms, while the U.S. says it will keep tightening penalties. Digital Telecom Cooperation: India and Brazil signed an ICT MoU on BRICS sidelines to expand digital infrastructure, cybersecurity and emerging tech collaboration. Colombia-Israel Ties: Colombia and Israel agreed to mutual visa-free travel starting Sept. 1, marking a foreign-policy reversal from the prior administration.