IJR News — today's news from every sideMarcus Bell Small as it is this find proves life adapts in ways that keep surprising everyone. Derek Foss Pushing out relatives of these officials too is a smart way to cut off any benefits they might get from dirty money. Pope Leo Plans 10-City South America Tour — Sep 21, 2026Pope Leo XIV will undertake a demanding 11–12 day tour of Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru this November, logging about 31,000 kilometers across 10 cities and delivering around 36 speeches, including a meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei. The itinerary features major Masses, a prison visit, a Lima address on Peru’s future, and reflects the pope’s active travel schedule, Peruvian citizenship, and ongoing emphasis on unity and faith while marking the first papal visit to South America since 2018.
Maya Lindstrom Pope's packed schedule shows real commitment to the region, especially visiting a prison and addressing Peru's future.Rubio to Meet Leaders in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru — Sep 7, 2026U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a Latin America tour—visiting Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru—to bolster pro-U.S. governments, deepen security cooperation against narcoterrorism, and discuss reconstruction aid after recent earthquakes, as newly elected right-wing leaders align with Washington. The trip signals a broader push under the Donroe Doctrine to expand American influence, expand trade, and coordinate military and counter-narcotics actions, despite criticisms of aggressive strikes and human rights concerns.
Elena Vasquez Sullivan getting a look at 16 is bold but the lack of experience on this roster could hurt in those friendlies. Priya Raman Márquez has the respect of the players so maybe that familiarity helps push past the round of 16 this cycle. Sam Okafor Nice that Washington's finally paying attention to South America again, but let's see if promises turn into real investment. 
