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Teen accused of assassination attempt pleads not guilty

A 15-year-old boy charged with attempting to assassinate Colombian Senator and presidential candidate Miguel Uribe has entered a plea of "not guilty," according to the prosecutor’s office. The teenager faces formal charges of attempted murder following the shooting of Uribe, who remains......

Colombian presidential candidate in critical condition after assassination attempt

Opposition presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay is currently in critical condition following a shooting incident during a campaign rally in Bogotá on Saturday. The senator, representing the Democratic Centre party, was targeted while delivering a speech, with video footage verified by the......

Colombian senator Miguel Uribe shot during presidential campaign event

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender in the 2026 election, was shot and seriously wounded during a campaign event in Bogotá, according to officials. The 39-year-old opposition lawmaker from the conservative Democratic Center party, founded by former President Álvaro......

Colombian Congress urges government to reconsider stance on Morocco's Sahara issue

The Colombian Congress has reaffirmed its steadfast support for Morocco in the ongoing Sahara issue, with Senator Efraín Cepeda, President of the legislative body, emphasizing the need to strengthen Colombia's bilateral trade and diplomatic ties with the North African nation. In a statement......

A Diplomatic Standoff: Petro's Confrontation with Trump and Its Impact on Colombia

On January 26, 2025, a late-night social media post by Colombian President Gustavo Petro triggered a diplomatic dispute with the United States, exacerbating tensions over the treatment of Colombian migrants being deported. Petro criticized the U.S. for its handling of deportations, particularly after......

Colombia avoids trade war after US deportation dispute

Colombia has stepped back from a potential trade conflict with the United States following President Donald Trump's threats of tariffs and visa restrictions. The standoff began after Bogotá declined to accept US military flights transporting deported migrants, prompting swift reactions from......

Colombia declares war on guerrillas amid surge in violence and deaths

Colombia has declared a state of emergency and deployed thousands of soldiers in response to escalating violence linked to left-wing guerrillas. In just five days, more than 100 deaths have been reported across multiple regions, and nearly 20,000 people have been displaced, largely due to confrontations......

Colombia’s Battle for Sovereignty: Renegotiating Trade Deals to Protect National Interests

In recent years, Colombia has emerged as a strong advocate for national sovereignty in the face of global corporate influence. Under President Gustavo Petro’s leadership, the Colombian government is taking a stand against international trade deals that they argue compromise their sovereignty and......

 Colombia’s President Petro Faces Resignation Amid Scandal and Political Tensions

In the latest development of Colombia's ongoing political turmoil, Finance Minister Ricardo Bonilla has stepped down from his post amid a growing corruption scandal that has rocked President Gustavo Petro’s administration. Bonilla’s resignation follows accusations that he misused funds......