Honduras — USA still pulling the strings
Washington continues to interfere in the internal politics of Honduras six years after the coup.
Landmark report from Brazil’s Truth Commission
The report into the human rights abuses committed under the military government, finally published after 30 years, is highly relevant for Brazil today.
Colombia — will Santos bring about peace?
Even after more than two years of peace talks, observers still disagree as to whether president Santos is an opportunist or a true advocate of peace.
Colombia: Is Santos’ re-election the best hope for peace?
The peace talks in Cuba between FARC and the government have some way to go. But the re-election of Santos is helpful.
El Salvador: FMLN leader is the new President
On June 1, former guerrilla leader Salvador Sanchez Ceren was inaugurated as president.
El Salvador: Jasmine’s War
LAB reviews a new novel about the country's civil war
MEXICO: GOODBYE SUBCO MARCOS, HELLO SUBCO GALEANO
The killing of a Zapatista schoolteacher leads subcomandante Marcos to adopt a new identity in honour of his fallen comrade
Argentina: a universal model for human rights?
On the anniversary of the 24th March 1976 military coup, the minister of justice and human rights claims that Kirchnerismo has converted Argentina's shame into international respect.
El Salvador: US aid conditions threaten FMLN’s precarious victory
Washington is threatening to withhold aid unless he new government redoubles privatizations.
Colombia: sort out the system, not just the scandal
Transparency International calls for the Colombian government to be held accountable for its actions and put an end to impunity.