Security and tariffs at 50%
The article discusses the historical context of political violence and drug trafficking in Mexico and Colombia.
Ecuador raises tariffs on Colombia to 50% as pressure for more action against border crime
Ecuador has increased import tariffs on Colombia from 30% to 50% due to a lack of action from Bogotá against organized crime along the border.
VIDEOS: Acre Journal First Edition this Friday, February 20, 2026
The G1 report covers various news including U.S. Supreme Court's decision on tariffs, discussions between Lula and Trump on critical minerals, an upcoming CPI hearing, a police-related death in Brazil, and issues surrounding drug trafficking and a Tesla fine.
Daily Summary #1869: Police carry out operation to dismantle 'political nucleus' of Comando Vermelho in Amazonas; US Supreme Court overturns Trump-imposed tariffs
Police launched an operation against the political arm of the Comando Vermelho drug trafficking group in the Amazon while the US Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by Trump.
Trump: 'I broke' Macron with tariffs – Bad imitation and ridicule
In a speech, President Donald Trump claimed he pressured French President Emmanuel Macron, resulting in a 200% increase in prescription drug prices in France due to the threat of tariffs, while mockingly imitating Macron during his remarks.
"Donald, I beg you": Trump mocks Macron over drug tariffs
US President Donald Trump mocked French President Emmanuel Macron regarding drug tariffs by imitating his voice during a conversation about it.
Trump and Macron: 'Nononono, you cannot say that'
Donald Trump discussed tariffs and drug price increases in a speech, revealing details of a supposedly confidential conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron, but the focus remained on Trump's manner of speaking rather than the actual content.
"It would be such an honor": Trump reaffirms he forced Macron to increase drug prices
In a recent speech, Donald Trump reiterated his claim that he pressured French President Emmanuel Macron into raising drug prices by threatening tariffs, a statement previously denied by the Élysée.