Left-wing leader considered political heir of ex-President Jose Mujica vows to promote ‘national dialogue’.
The left-wing Broad Front candidate emerged victorious in a tight race against governing-party candidate Alvaro Delgado.
Conservative Alvaro Delgado and left-wing rival Yamandu Orsi went head-to-head in the final round of Uruguay’s election.
Leftist alliance hoping to come back to power after five years of right-wing President Luis Lacalle Pou.
Tottenham accept misconduct ruling against Uruguayan midfielder but appeal against length of seven-game ban.
Uruguayan midfielder found guilty of ‘aggravated breach’ in comments about his South Korean club captain Son Heung-min.
Leftist history teacher and centre-right veterinarian set for run-off vote next month, according to pollsters.
Nicaragua joins Mexico in severing ties with Quito, while Brazil said the embassy raid is a clear violation of law.
The first three games of the 2030 tournament will be held in South America to mark its 100th anniversary.
Families waiting to apply for permanent residency say Uruguay’s new visa requirements are jeopardising their future.
Twelve countries, representing the Amazon, Congo Basin and Southeast Asia, join pact for rainforest funding.
South American nations to compete against joint bid by Spain, Portugal and Ukraine to host tournament in its 100th year.
Victory for Cameroon over Brazil, South Korea defeats Portugal, Uruguay wins over Ghana, Switzerland sees off Serbia.
Despite a commanding 2-0 victory over Ghana, the World Cup journey for Uruguay and Luis Suarez has ended.
