Colombia’s Operation Artemisa extends frontline to ocean protection
President Iván Duque extended Operation Artemisa's reach to include the nation's oceans, and protection of endangered biodiversity.
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145 human rights defenders killed in Colombia in 2021
2021 marked another tragic year for human rights in Colombia with 145 murders, states the most recent report by the Ombudsman.
Colombia breaks pandemic record with 34,923 COVID-19 infections
Colombia set a new record in coronavirus cases on Friday, with an additional 34,923 infections and highest number since the third wave peaked in June,…
President Duque deploys Army to regain territorial control of Arauca
After days of violent confrontations between ELN guerrillas and FARC dissidents, President Duque ordered two battalions to regain control of the border region.
Colombia enters fourth wave with Omicron and Delta
While Colombia's COVID-19 infections pale in comparison with many European nations, health officials are urging citizens to take extra precautions with community spread of Omicron.
Cartagena bans crew and passengers on cruise with COVID cases
The Seven Seas Mariner was allowed to dock early Wednesday in Cartagena, but all crew and passengers barred from entry after seven COVID cases were…
First cases of Omicron detected on Colombian coast
Just days after Colombian Health Minister Fernando Ruíz announced that the circulation of the Omicron variant is "imminent," Colombia confirmed three cases on the coast.
Omicron in Colombia a “question of time” affirms Health Minister
Colombia has yet to detect a first case of the Omicron variant, despite the infectious strain circulating in over 90 countries.
Amid Omicron surge Colombia averages 1,900 per day COVID cases
With the surge in Omicron infection in the U.K and Europe, Colombia daily COVID-19 cases are averaging 1.900. The country is close to 80% vaccine…
Colombia surpasses 50% of population fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Colombia reaches 60 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines given, representing more than 50% of the population fully vaccinated against the disease.
Biden to announce strict entry requirements for all travelers heading to U.S
The government of President Joe Biden is weighing stricter measures for all travelers entering the U.S to curb the spread of the Omicron variant.
Colombia’s COVID-19 fourth wave eludes as world faces Omicron
Despite every COVID-19 variant circulating in Colombia, the country appears to have skewed the fourth wave of infection. But with Omicron, the pandemic could surge…
Colombia marks five years of Final Accord with FARC
As Colombia marks five years since the signing of the Final Accord with FARC, deep political divisions continue over the future of a fragile peace.
Colombia nears 50% fully vaccinated as COVID fourth wave grips Europe
As anti-lockdown protests spread across Europe despite a surge in "fourth wave"COVID infections, Colombia nears 50% of its population fully vaccinated.
Colombia’s Nevado del Ruíz volcano monitored for “explosive activity”
A unified command post has been established to monitor the Nevado del Ruíz volcano after a week of "unstable behaviour" and "explosive activity."
Colombia starts COVID-19 boosters for persons age 50 and older
Colombia is expanding its vaccine roll-out to include third doses of the coronavirus vaccine to all persons age 50 and older. National Health Emergency extended…