DW Noticias del 10 de abril: Biden considera retirar cargos de espionaje contra Julian Assange

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President Joe Biden may end legal action against Wikileaks founder Julian Assange in response to Australia's request, as Assange faces US espionage charges and has been detained in the UK for five years. International tensions rise with Ecuador, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Israel, and the Palestinian territories facing various crises and conflicts, while the World Bank revises growth forecasts for Latin America and the Caribbean.

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  • Joe Biden is considering dropping espionage charges against Julian Assange following Australia's request, potentially ending a legal battle that has kept Assange detained in the UK for five years.
  • The Organization of American States condemns Ecuador's actions against former vice president Jorge Glas, leading to a diplomatic crisis with Mexico breaking relations, showcasing geopolitical tensions in the region.

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    American President Joe Biden is considering ending the legal process against Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, following Australia's request to drop espionage charges against him. Assange, facing 18 criminal charges under US espionage law, has been detained in the UK for 5 years, with the US seeking his extradition for publishing classified documents. The Australian parliament and Prime Minister have approved a motion to return Assange to Australia, urging the US to drop charges.

  • What diplomatic crisis occurred between Ecuador and Mexico?

    The Organization of American States condemns Ecuador's police raid on the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Ecuadorian vice president Jorge Glas, calling for dialogue to resolve the diplomatic crisis. Mexico broke diplomatic relations with Ecuador over the incident, with the OAS supporting Mexico almost unanimously.

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    Colombian President Gavo Petro announces a plan for political peace in Venezuela, meeting with Venezuelan opposition sectors after questioning disqualifications preventing his candidacy. The European Union considers sending an observation mission for Venezuela's July presidential elections, with concerns over disqualifications of opposition candidates.

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    Palestinian Islamist leader Ismail Haniyeh confirms the death of his children and grandchildren in an Israeli bombing in Gaza, amid ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire. The end of Ramadan celebrations in Gaza are marred by the conflict with Israel, with serious shortages of food and essential supplies, and thousands dead or missing. Israel authorizes a record number of trucks with humanitarian aid to enter Gaza on the eve of the end of Ramadan.

  • What economic issues are affecting Latin America and the Caribbean?

    In the United States, inflation remains high, affecting Federal Reserve's interest rate reduction plans. The World Bank revises growth forecasts for Latin America and the Caribbean, citing a reduction due to economic issues in Argentina. Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina's economic situations are detailed, with growth projections provided. The World Bank's chief economist emphasizes the importance of competition for growth in the region.

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Biden mulls dropping Assange charges amid global outcry.

  • American President Joe Biden is considering ending the legal process against Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, following Australia's request to drop espionage charges against him.
  • Assange, facing 18 criminal charges under US espionage law, has been detained in the UK for 5 years, with the US seeking his extradition for publishing classified documents.
  • The Australian parliament and Prime Minister have approved a motion to return Assange to Australia, urging the US to drop charges.
  • The Organization of American States condemns Ecuador's police raid on the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Ecuadorian vice president Jorge Glas, calling for dialogue to resolve the diplomatic crisis.
  • Mexico broke diplomatic relations with Ecuador over the incident, with the OAS supporting Mexico almost unanimously.
  • Colombian President Gavo Petro announces a plan for political peace in Venezuela, meeting with Venezuelan opposition sectors after questioning disqualifications preventing his candidacy.
  • The European Union considers sending an observation mission for Venezuela's July presidential elections, with concerns over disqualifications of opposition candidates.
  • Social organizations in Argentina protest against austerity measures and demand food aid, facing police intervention with water cannons and tear gas.
  • Palestinian Islamist leader Ismail Haniyeh confirms the death of his children and grandchildren in an Israeli bombing in Gaza, amid ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire.
  • The end of Ramadan celebrations in Gaza are marred by the conflict with Israel, with serious shortages of food and essential supplies, and thousands dead or missing.

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Israel authorizes aid trucks to Gaza.

  • Israel authorizes record number of trucks with humanitarian aid to enter Gaza on the eve of the end of Ramadan.
  • Israeli troops are set to enter Rafa, where many Gazans are refugees, to target Jam militants.
  • In the United States, inflation remains high, affecting Federal Reserve's interest rate reduction plans.
  • World Bank revises growth forecasts for Latin America and the Caribbean, citing a reduction due to economic issues in Argentina.
  • Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina's economic situations are detailed, with growth projections provided.
  • World Bank's chief economist emphasizes the importance of competition for growth in the region.
  • European Parliament approves migration and asylum pact, aiming to establish fairer reception systems and tighten border procedures.
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