U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth falsely claimed a recent torpedo strike on an Iranian ship was the first since WWII, though three such sinkings occurred after 1945.

Visa beat Q4 2025 earnings estimates with $10.9B in revenue and expanded global card program.

India and Argentina discuss mining ties ahead of New Delhi’s 2026 steel conference, focusing on expansion, green tech, and supply chains.

Argentine officer Nahuel Gallo, freed after 448 days in Venezuela, calls for global action to free 24 remaining foreign detainees.

Ahmad Vahidi named IRGC commander after U.S.-Israeli strikes killed Iran’s top leaders, sparking regional escalation.

South Africa is vaccinating cattle against foot-and-mouth disease at no cost to farmers, aiming to cover 80% of the herd by December.

Argentina’s Milei, with a parliamentary majority, delivered a 90-minute speech touting major reforms, alliance with Trump, and criticism of opponents.

Argentine President Milei pushed major 2026 reforms, including tax cuts, labor changes, and electoral overhauls, following midterms.

Brazil’s Senate ratified the EU-Mercosur trade deal, creating a major free trade zone after 25 years.

New Zealand and Argentina agreed to boost economic and diplomatic ties during Foreign Minister Winston Peters’ first visit since 2007.