International
An 11th century medieval church was discovered in Naples because it was being looted by a thief
A police operation deployed following the investigation of a businessman who had carried out a series of excavations in the basement of the historic center of Naples to steal archaeological pieces has allowed the discovery of an eleventh century church, of which a semicircular apse with frescoes in good condition can currently be seen.
The Carabineros Cultural Heritage Protection Command (militarized police) reported this Friday that the Neapolitan businessman had dedicated himself to excavating under a premises owned by him in the historic center to steal the archaeological pieces.
During the operation, about 10,000 fragments of ceramics from the Roman and medieval era were seized, and 453 intact archaeological objects from the Roman era, including amphorae, lamps, terracotta pipes and coins from the time.
An “exceptional” discovery
The subsequent inspection of the Carabineros allowed the discovery of the Church, which is located eight meters below the street level.
Currently, from it, you can see a semicircular apse in which you can see the iconography of Christ on the throne and an inscription, as well as the pavement of marble slabs.
“The exceptional nature of the discovery returns to the public heritage the remains of a rare example of medieval art, whose decoration has similarities with the nearby Sacellum de San Aspreno,” the Carabineros said in a statement.
Likewise, numerous premises owned by the businessman in the historic center of Naples were inspected and other underground tunnels were seized that were also used for clandestine excavations.
They were tunnels belonging to the foundations of an 18th century palace, cataloged as a cultural property of particular historical interest.
Central America
El Salvador and Paraguay approve 2026–2028 cooperation program
The governments of El Salvador and Paraguay approved the 2026–2028 Cooperation Program, which includes six joint development projects, according to Salvadoran Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Adriana Mira.
Mira stated that El Salvador will act as the “main provider of cooperation,” contributing five initiatives focused on road infrastructure, tourism, and local development. She also noted that one of the projects will be led by the Paraguayan side, although no further details were disclosed.
The agreement was reached during the Second Meeting of the Joint Commission on Technical and Scientific Cooperation between both countries.
According to Paraguay’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the First Meeting of the Political Consultation and Bilateral Coordination Mechanism was also held, with the participation of Vice Minister Víctor Verdún.
In an official statement, the Paraguayan government reported that both delegations agreed to identify mechanisms to promote competitiveness, economic growth, and market access. They also committed to signing agreements related to air transport cooperation.
International
Macron meets Machado, stresses need for democratic transition in Venezuela
Emmanuel Macron met on Monday at the Élysée Palace with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, where they discussed the importance of advancing a democratic transition in Venezuela.
In a message shared on social media, Macron highlighted Machado’s commitment to freedom and stressed the need to achieve a transition that is peaceful and respects the will of the Venezuelan people.
“I received María Corina Machado, Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Together, we discussed her commitment to freedom and the importance of achieving a democratic, peaceful transition in Venezuela that respects the will of its people,” he wrote.
For her part, Machado expressed her “deep gratitude” to Macron and to France for their support of democracy and freedom in Venezuela.
“We have gone through a long and painful journey, and we are now very close to freedom. Venezuela will become a nation of free and equal men and women—prosperous, safe, and united,” she said.
International
Trump says Iran seeks new talks after failed negotiations in Pakistan
Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran has reached out to United States to resume negotiations, following the collapse of recent talks held in Islamabad.
“We’ve been contacted by the other side,” Trump told reporters, adding that Iran is eager to reach a deal “at all costs.” Speaking from the Oval Office, he reiterated that his main objective is to prevent the Islamic Republic from acquiring nuclear weapons and warned that he will not allow Iran to “blackmail” the international community.
After negotiations between Washington and Tehran ended without agreement on Sunday, Trump announced that the U.S. would move to block the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil trade.
The waterway had already been disrupted by Iran in response to a U.S. and Israeli offensive launched on February 28, causing significant shocks to the global economy.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump further warned that any Iranian vessel attempting to bypass the U.S. naval blockade in the strait would be “eliminated immediately.”
The renewed tensions have pushed oil prices higher, while global stock markets have reacted negatively to the lack of an agreement in Islamabad.
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