Chile News in English

April 18, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 18th April, and here’s your Chile daily news capsule.

Government considers limiting free university education based on age restrictions.

Democracy Christian party rejects Kast's tax plan as disconnected from reality.

Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz, warning of closure if the blockade continues.

Analysis predicts a significant increase in electricity rates for southern regions.

Truck drivers in Valparaíso suspend strike after government negotiations.

President Kast meets with Czech counterpart to sign space and Antarctic cooperation agreements.

State of emergency lifted in Bío Bío, with military forces withdrawn.

Seventeen officials have resigned as Aysén's culture secretary steps down.

USS Nimitz aircraft carrier arrives in Valparaíso amid U.S. naval deployment in South America.

U.S. Congress members urge Marco Rubio to block Bachelet's UN candidacy.

Hezbollah remains on high alert over ceasefire violations by Israel.

Trump will not extend the truce without an agreement before Wednesday.

Colo Colo confirms discovery of hundreds of fireworks inside their stadium.

Authorities coordinate actions to boost influenza vaccination in Linares Province.

Sixth hantavirus case confirmed in Los Lagos region, with a young patient hospitalized.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!

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