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Uribe Files Criminal Complaint Against Petro for Harassment and Defamation

By Richard Emblin - August 1, 2025

Former President Álvaro Uribe has filed a criminal complaint against President Gustavo Petro for harassment and defamation. The complaint cites Petro’s social media posts linking Uribe to paramilitarism and corruption, accusing the president of undermining due process and using official channels to attack a political rival during active legal proceedings.

Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe Vélez addresses a crowd in Santa Fe de Antioquia. Photo: Twitter/Alvaro Uribe.

Guilty Verdict Against Álvaro Uribe Sparks Condemnation from U.S Lawmakers

By Richard Emblin - July 29, 2025

Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe was found guilty of witness tampering and abuse of process, becoming the country’s first ex-head of state convicted at trial. U.S. Republican lawmakers condemned the verdict as political persecution, while Uribe’s legal team plans to appeal. Sentencing is scheduled for Friday.

Colombians to Pay Higher Visa Fees with Trump’s “Beautiful Bill”

By The City Paper Staff - July 21, 2025

Starting October 1, Colombians and other foreign nationals seeking to visit the United States will face significantly higher visa fees, following the approval of new immigration measures contained in Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”.

Colombia’s Petro tells U.S President Trump: “We Must Rise to the Occasion”

By Richard Emblin - July 7, 2025

On June 23, Colombian President Gustavo Petro sent a conciliatory letter to U.S. President Donald Trump, retracting earlier coup claims and urging renewed dialogue amid a deepening diplomatic rift. Petro acknowledged his remarks may have been misinterpreted and proposed a U.S.–CELAC summit to rebuild trust. The White House has yet to respond.

Petro’s ‘Coup’ Allegations Deepen Colombia–U.S. Rift, Resolution Still Elusive

By The City Paper Staff - July 6, 2025

Colombia–U.S. relations have reached their lowest point in years after President Gustavo Petro accused U.S. lawmakers of plotting a coup. Washington recalled its top diplomat over “reprehensible” remarks, prompting Bogotá to withdraw its ambassador. Tensions mount as visa sanctions loom and key bilateral cooperation on security and narcotics hangs in balance.

Colombia’s Petro delivers offhand remark regarding U.S visa status

By The City Paper Staff - April 22, 2025

Colombia’s Gustavo Petro has once again stirred controversy with the United States after claiming that the Department of State may have revoked his travel visa.

Carlos Lehder’s sudden return to Colombia revives legacy of Medellin Cartel

By Richard Emblin - March 31, 2025

Carlos Lehder, one of the founding leaders of the Medellín Cartel and a key figure in the history of cocaine trafficking, was arrested by Colombian authorities upon his arrival from Germany on Friday, March 28.

Colombia and U.S to expand Biometric Data Sharing for migration and security

By The City Paper Staff - March 27, 2025

Colombian Foreign Minister Laura Sarabia hosted DHS Secretary Kristi Noem at the San Carlos Palace in Bogotá where an agreement was signed that would expand the sharing of biometric data for law enforcement and migration controls.

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to visit Colombia amid tensions over mass deportations

By The City Paper Staff - March 26, 2025

In the first high-level visit by a member of U.S. President Donald Trump’s new administration, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem will meet with Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Foreign Minister Laura Sarabia on Thursday in Bogotá.

Trump Tariffs: A looming crisis for Colombian farmers and women workers

By Richard Emblin - March 4, 2025

U.S. tariffs on Colombian agricultural exports, including coffee and flowers, threaten thousands of jobs, particularly for women in rural areas. The peso faces devaluation, and China may seize the opportunity to expand its influence as Colombia seeks alternative trade partners.

New FM Laura Sarabia must reset Colombia’s image with Washington

By Richard Emblin - January 30, 2025

Colombia’s new Foreign Minister, Laura Sarabia, faces the challenge of mending strained U.S. relations after diplomatic tensions escalated over deportations and social media clashes. Amid economic and security concerns, Sarabia must restore trust and protect Colombia’s global reputation.

Trump snubs Colombia’s Petro for presidential inauguration

By The City Paper Staff - January 16, 2025

Trump’s inauguration is expected to draw over 200,000 attendees to Washington, D.C., with international delegations, ministers, and diplomats eager to forge ties with the new administration. Colombia’s Gustavo Petro not on the guest list.

Colombia’s Petro faces backlash over Holocaust statement, attacks against media

By Richard Emblin - September 23, 2024

n a provocative Sunday broadcast, Colombian President Gustavo Petro intensified his attacks on the media, accusing it of orchestrating a conspiracy against him, while facing significant backlash for comparing Israel’s actions in Gaza to Nazi atrocities, stirring outrage from both domestic critics and international allies.