The Peasant Organization of Misiones (OCM) declared a pause in its mobilization until May 26, after the Governor's Office of Misiones and the Yacyretá Binational Entity (EBY) promised to distribute food kits to 14,000 families and release funds for productive programs. Leader Ramón Benítez warned that if commitments are not met, an indefinite protest will begin on May 27.
Misiones
Venancia Villalba, widow of Aquino, turned 100 on May 18, 2026. Born in the San José Itá Morotí settlement in Santa Rosa Misiones, she maintains a healthy routine, traditional diet, and a legacy of hospitality and teaching.
In a nighttime operation, 56 female inmates were transferred from the Regional Penitentiary of Misiones to the Penitentiary Complex for Female Inmates (Comple) in Emboscada without incident.
Inhabitants of the Chako’i community in San Juan Bautista, Misiones, have been requesting for years the restoration of a 4 km stretch that connects the community to the city. The narrow road, lacking proper drainage, prevents vehicle traffic and hinders the transport of agricultural products for 25 families. The city government states that work will begin this week.