U.S.-Venezuela Anti-Gang Operation: Venezuela confirmed that Tren de Aragua leader “Nino Guerrero” (Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores) was killed in a coordinated operation with U.S. authorities, citing clashes in Bolívar state and intelligence-sharing, while Trump framed it as “swift and lethal” action against “narco-terrorists.” Defense Procurement: The U.S. approved a $330m sale of 100 FIM-92K Stinger missiles to Brazil to bolster air defense against low-altitude threats and trafficking. Local Governance Under Pressure (Mexico): Mexico prosecutors opened investigations after gunmen killed the mayor of San Miguel Amatitlán in Oaxaca; officials said security forces were deployed and motives were unclear, as political violence remains a recurring risk for local officials. Cuba Economic Reforms: Cuba’s Díaz-Canel announced a package of economic reforms aimed at attracting investment, expanding the role of Cubans abroad, and decentralizing administration amid fuel and food shortages. Energy/Trade Diplomacy: Paraguay said it will sign new security and nuclear-energy cooperation deals with the U.S. after talks with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Public Safety/Accountability (Brazil): Brazil launched a criminal investigation after a 21-year-old died in a rope-jumping incident when staff allegedly failed to attach a safety cord. Humanitarian & Civil Society: Colombia sent nearly 100 tons of humanitarian aid to Cuba, with leaders stressing “brotherhood” despite the U.S. blockade. World Cup Rights & Religion: A report by Aid to the Church in Need found restrictions on religious freedom in 14 World Cup countries, including severe limits in Iran and Saudi Arabia.