Judicial Accountability in Spain: Former PM José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero appeared before Spain’s National Court judge in the Plus Ultra bailout probe, facing allegations tied to influence peddling, money laundering and document falsification, with the case also linked to jewelry found during a raid. Energy Grid Recovery in Venezuela: Venezuela and GE Vernova signed a memorandum to upgrade the national power grid, targeting 1 GW of new capacity within 24 months and more than 5 GW over four years. Brazil Courts and US Pressure: Brazil’s Supreme Court sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro in absentia to four years and two months for urging US sanctions during his father’s coup trial, also barring him from office for eight years. US-Iran Deal With LATAM Reach: A US-Iran framework outlines a $300 billion private investment fund to incentivize a final war-ending agreement, with more than half reportedly already committed by firms including from South America. Argentina Governance: Argentina’s Milei signed a decree removing public participation and transparency requirements in Supreme Court judge selection, reducing civil society input. Climate Finance Debate (EU): An EU push calls for taxing fossil fuel profits to fund climate action, arguing current disaster costs are being left to communities. World Cup Culture: Argentina’s Panini sticker mania is driving mass public gatherings as fans swap figuritas in parks and squares.