Colombia on Edge as Miguel Uribe Undergoes Emergency Brain Surgery
More than 70,000 Colombians marched in Bogotá on Sunday, June 15, as part of the “March of Silence” - a historic demonstration that also drew…
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Colombia’s March of Silence: Nation walks in solidarity with Miguel Uribe
Colombians will march in silence this Sunday, across 20 cities to condemn political violence and support wounded senator Miguel Uribe, shot during a Bogotá rally.…
Petro Delivers Defiant Speech from Cali in Defense of His August 7 Referendum
Colombian President Gustavo Petro defended a binding referendum to bypass Congress and push labor reforms, sparking controversy over democratic norms. Critics accuse him of undermining…
Bombings in Colombia’s southwest kill Eight, leave 75 injured
Tuesday's attacks across southwest Colombia by FARC dissidents in have killed eight persons and injured 75. Colombian President Gustavo Petro faces mounting pressure amid rising…
With Miguel Uribe in Critical Condition, FARC Dissidents Attack Southwest Colombia
FARC dissidents have launched coordinated attacks across southwest Colombia, killing at least four and injuring dozens in Cauca, Valle del Cauca, and Cali. Explosions targeted…
“Miguel Uribe was completely alone,” says lawyer Víctor Mosquera, after security omissions
Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe remains in critical condition after being shot in Bogotá. Authorities say a 15-year-old suspect used a U.S.-sourced Glock…
Global Condemnation Follows Assassination Attempt on Colombian Presidential Candidate Miguel Uribe
World leaders condemned the assassination attempt on Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe, now in "gravely critical" condition. The U.S., Italy, Chile, and others called it…
Miguel Uribe Turbay in Critical Condition After Assassination Attempt in Bogotá
Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay is in critical condition after being shot in the head during a campaign event in Bogotá. A 15-year-old suspect is…
Petro Accused of Democratic Rupture as He Vows to Bypass Colombia’s Congress
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro shas parked outrage after vowing to bypass Congress and impose a referendum by decree, defying the Senate’s rejection. Critics call it…
Petro “Loses the Street” as National Strike stalls with rising discontent
President Petro’s failed national strike and empty plazas reveal his dwindling public support. As violent protests disrupt daily life, Colombians are turning away from his…
Petro wants to revive Bolívar’s dream of a 21st-Century Gran Colombia
Colombian President Gustavo Petro renewed calls to rebuild Gran Colombia as a 21st-century regional alliance. Speaking in Ecuador, he proposed integration with Venezuela and Panama,…
Petro halts extradition of Dissident Commander “HH” wanted in U.S. for drug trafficking
Colombian President Gustavo Petro suspended the U.S. extradition of dissident commander Gabriel Yepes Mejía, sparking tensions with Washington. The move, tied to peace talks, risks…
Colombia braces for 48-hour National Strike as Petro calls for popular revolt
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has backed a two-day national strike on May 28–29, urging mass mobilizations after Congress blocked his popular consultation. Labor unions will…
Canada’s Cordoba Minerals sells Colombia stake in Alacrán to Chinese Consortium
Canada's Cordoba Minerals has sold its remaining 50% stake in Colombia's Alacrán copper project to China’s JCHX-led consortium, marking its exit from the country after…
Since FARC Accord, some 1,494 minors recruited by Colombia’s armed groups
Illegal armed groups operating in Colombia are increasingly turning to social media platforms to forcibly recruit children and adolescents into their ranks, according to a…
Colombia’s Petro pivots to Beijing with intent to join Belt and Road
Colombian President Gustavo Petro plans to sign a letter of intent to join China’s Belt and Road Initiative during a May visit to Beijing, signaling…