As Venezuela collapses, armed gangs are taking over parts of the capital, exposing President Maduro’s vulnerability even in his seat of power.
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25 Dead After Shootout in Brazil During a Police Raid
Police officials and human rights activists called Thursday’s operation in a district controlled by drug traffickers the deadliest in the city’s history.
Arrests Shake Up a Soccer Scene in Serbia Ruled by Gangsters and ‘Gravediggers’
A reputed gangster and leader of an “ultras” fan group, who also reportedly had ties to the government, has been arrested following a series of gruesome murders connected to a Belgrade soccer stadium.
Haiti Braces for Unrest as President Moïse Refuses to Step Down
Haiti is “on the verge of explosion,” with many accusing the government of supporting gangs to stay in power as a constitutional crisis looms.
Freed Nigeria Schoolboys Meet President Muhammadu Buhari
Capitalizing on a rare victory, the Nigerian government publicly displayed the more than 300 boys who had been released, and insisted it had not paid ransom.
‘License to Kill’: Inside Rio’s Record Year of Police Killings
A Times analysis found officers shoot without restraint, protected by their bosses and by politicians, certain that illegal killings will not be held against them.
A Closed Border, Dashed Hopes and a Looming Disaster
The United States, citing the coronavirus, is shutting off access for anyone trying to claim asylum from the Mexican border.
What Happens When the U.S. Outsources Asylum?
Instead of a court hearing, the Trump administration is giving Central Americans a chance to seek asylum — in Guatemala.
Where the Police Wear Masks, and the Bodies Pile Up Fast
The police killed an average of 17 people every day in Brazil last year, and rogue officers are killing even more off duty. “I’m a hero to my people,” one militia leader said.
Girl, 5, Is 6th Child Killed by Stray Bullet in Rio de Janeiro This Year
Police operations targeting drug gangs have put children in the crossfire in the Brazilian city, where at least 21 minors have been struck by stray bullets in 2019.