Kidnapped: backpacking in a “red zone” Despite improved security in Colombia for travelers, many kidnappings are the still result of underestimating risks in rural areas. KYRA GURNEY 8:07 AM ET
Peace talks stalling A recent cycle of negotiations between government and FARC ends without concrete agreements. Are the peace talks stalling? KYRA GURNEY 8:58 AM ET
Where peace meets justice A back room amnesty for war crimes committed or a legal framework for creating a post-conflict Colombia? ALDEN PYLE 7:02 AM ET
Nicaragua “Expansionist” Santos addresses the nation to explain why his government views "inapplicable" the ruling by the International Court of Justice. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 1:02 PM ET
Farmers are Protesting: Boyacá’s Agrarian predicament The agrarian strike has deep roots in the agricultural heartland of Boyacá, and has affected the peace and tranquility of the department. KYRA GURNEY 12:14 PM ET
Colombian farmers strike is Santos’ next challenge A prolonged strike could disrupt Colombia's food and energy supplies, and shows widespread discontent of economic policies. RICHARD EMBLIN 2:02 PM ET
An end to Schengen? The announcement by Spain's Rajoy to lift Schengen visas for Colombians could usher in a new era for relations with Europe. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 6:32 PM ET
Colombia’s Santos to military: “Shoot until peace” After a brutal attack by FARC on the army and ongoing peasant uprising in the Catatumbo region, President Santos turns to tough talk. RICHARD EMBLIN 8:39 AM ET
Editorial: A good place With lots of global news, summer travel, Independence Day and continued progress towards peace, July is a big month for Colombia. RICHARD EMBLIN 7:41 AM ET
The spies among us The disclosure by NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden that Colombia ranks among the most spied countries in the Western Hemisphere should hardly surprise us. RICHARD EMBLIN 3:13 PM ET
Watson: Heartfelt farewell The remains of U.S Special agent James "Terry" Watson return to his family in Monroe, La., after a brutal assault in a Bogotá taxi claimed… RICHARD EMBLIN 4:52 PM ET
Why FARC need this peace Positive results between the FARC and Colombian Government over land show that a final deal may be in sight. RICHARD EMBLIN 10:15 AM ET
Historic accord reached with FARC The Colombian government and the world's oldest guerrilla organization reach a historic agreement on agrarian reform. RICHARD EMBLIN 2:49 PM ET
A tale of two countries Home to the world's largest internally displaced population, Colombia must mesh its external image with reality. ALDEN PYLE 8:20 AM ET
How ‘green’ is Colombia? Colombia is one of the world's least polluting nations, but with rapid development, some concerns have arisen. ED BUCKLEY 9:05 AM ET
Maduro: a vision lives on Nicolás Maduro is declared President-elect of Venezuela, marking a continuation of Chávez's legacy. ED BUCKLEY 2:30 PM ET