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The Guatemalan investigation into the murders of three Salvadoran deputies and their driver has stalled, as FBI agents stated that they were “appalled” at the handling of the evidence. LA Times

Tourism to Cuba has dropped by almost 5 percent in the last year, and Raul Castro’s government plans investments to draw more visits. The Economist, South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Mercosur continues to face problems, but there is optimism for renewed talks for a free trade agreement with the EU. The Economist

US Ambassador to Venezuela William Brownfield is departing his post to become ambassador to Colombia, after a turbulent tenure in Caracas. New York Times, AP

Cuba currently holds 37 political prisoners, the highest per capita in the world. Miami Herald

More than one million Colombians marched for peace and for the release of hostages held by guerillas. Houston Chronicle

Ecuadorian president Rafael Correa warned again that a default on sovereign debt is not out of the question. Financial Times

Felisa Miceli, Argentina’s ministry of the economy, faces a judicial probe after more than $60,000 was found in cash in her office. Financial Times

The EU trade commissioner stated that he was opposed to tariffs on imported ethanol, which aids the prospects for Brazil’s production. Financial Times