Nimrah Khatoon

Guatemalan police transferred 225 Barrio 18 gang members from the notorious "El Infiernito" prison to a new facility. The operation aimed to regain control of the prison, which had become infamous for its luxurious conditions and criminal activities.

Venezuelan politician María Corina Machado warns of a massive migration wave if Nicolás Maduro wins the upcoming election. Machado's victory in the primary election has unified the opposition, with pollster Félix Seijas emphasizing the importance of opposition unity to challenge Maduro's regime.

Pope Francis met with Venezuelan bishops at the Vatican to discuss ecclesiastical and national issues affecting the country. The meeting focused on the Church's role in promoting peace, reconciliation, and social justice in Venezuela amid its ongoing crisis.

Venezuela's oil exports surged 30% in May 2024, with 50 vessels carrying 708,900 barrels per day of crude and fuel. The increase came ahead of the resumption of US sanctions, with Asia, the US, and Cuba being key destinations.

Venezuela's opposition establishes 27,000 'vote defense' teams ahead of the July 28 presidential election. The move aims to ensure electoral integrity amid a politically charged atmosphere, following attacks on candidates during the primary campaign.

Netherlands authorizes Ukraine to use 24 F-16 fighter jets to strike targets within Russian territory, with no restrictions. The decision marks a significant shift in NATO's stance on supporting Ukraine, following similar moves by other Western nations.

Dutch Council of State orders ONE-Dyas to suspend North Sea gas extraction due to environmental concerns. Greenpeace activists occupied an offshore gas rig for eight hours, drawing attention to the project's risks.

ASML and Imec have inaugurated a new test laboratory in the Netherlands for High NA EUV lithography equipment, valued at €350 million. The facility will allow chipmakers and suppliers to test the state-of-the-art tool, expected to lead to smaller, faster, and more efficient chips.

Pro-Palestinian activists occupy University Association building in The Hague, demanding boycott and divestment from Israeli academic institutions. Ongoing protests at multiple Dutch universities, including TU Delft and University of Amsterdam, spark debate on academic collaborations.

Zlatan Alomerovic, a 32-year-old goalkeeper, signs with AEK Larnaka, ending his seven-year tenure in Poland with Jagiellonia Bialystok. The move marks a new challenge and opportunity for the seasoned goalkeeper, who brings experience and skill to his new team in Cyprus.