'Right will win election': Chile to see 'relatively conservative, pro-market' reforms in near-term

A British woman has been killed in a snowstorm in Chile. The incident highlights the dangers posed by extreme weather conditions in the region.

French President Emmanuel Macron has convened an emergency cabinet meeting to intensify the fight against drug trafficking following the murder of 20-year-old Mehdi Kessaci, the brother of anti-narcotics activist Amine Kessaci, in Marseille. The city has seen a surge in violent drug-related crimes, with over a dozen fatalities linked to turf wars in 2025. The incident highlights the growing threat narcotics traffickers pose to those opposing them, including their families.

Jeannette Jara, Chile's former labor minister, and far-right leader Jose Antonio Kast will compete in a presidential run-off after leading the first-round vote. With 82.97% of the votes counted, Jara secured 26.71% while Kast obtained 24.12%. The election campaign has been heavily influenced by a surge in violent crime attributed to foreign gangs, reflecting a growing concern among voters regarding safety and security in the country.

Jeannette Jara, Chile's former labor minister, and far-right leader Jose Antonio Kast will compete in a presidential run-off after leading the first-round vote. With 82.97 percent of the votes counted, Jara received 26.71 percent while Kast garnered 24.12 percent. The election campaign has been heavily influenced by a surge in violent crime, which is largely attributed to foreign gangs operating within the country.