A powerful eruption on Sunday in Guatemala sent columns of ash and rocks spewing down the slopes of the Fuego volcano, killing at least 69 people. WARNING: This slideshow includes graphic images.

"I don't feel I can stand up, I have never felt such pain in my heart," said a member of the Pamal family after the eruption destroyed an entire community in Escuintla, adjacent to the volcano. Rescue teams are still searching for survivors.

Autopsies support allegations by witnesses and relatives of the dead during weeks of anti-government protests who say they were killed by snipers who back President Daniel Ortega. The government denies the allegations

US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, on Monday told the OAS to "back its words with actions" and suspend the government of President Nicolás Maduro. The OAS General Assembly is meeting today in Washington DC.

Aleman has emerged in recent weeks as a key figure in a student-led movement that is challenging the once seemingly indomitable power of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega. Forced into hiding due to threats, Aleman spoke to Univision about being thrust into politics at such an early age and his hopes for the future of his country.

After unexpected political violence exploded in Nicaragua, a student-led movement has taken the country by storm. This 20-year-old has become their voice in what is now a battle to bring down the Nicaraguan government. Forced into hiding due to threats, he spoke to Univision about being thrust into politics at such an early age and his hopes for the future of his country. ( Leer en español)