London - The terrorist group Islamic State (IS) claimed today the terrorist attack in a stadium in the British city of Manchester, where 22 people have died so far and nearly 60 people were injured.

The issue is a key talking point for regional foreign ministers meeting at the 20th meeting of the CARICOM Council for Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) underway in Barbados, reports Caribbean360.

Havana - The International Day of Biodiversity is celebrated today in all nations with the aim of increasing understanding and awareness of its protection.

Moscow - Russia denounced US manipulations today on Syria events, including unproven accusations against the government of that country for alleged use of chemical weapons.

Caracas - A group of influential right-wing politicians and artists in Venezuela are involved in programs funded by the United States government to stimulate violent actions aimed at overthrowing the Bolivarian government.

Caracas -The Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB) of Venezuela have condemned in a communiqué the attacks on military and police installations by paramilitary groups in the state of Tachira, near the border with Colombia.