Colombia

Colombia

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:53:38 +0000
Uribe pleads not guilty to fraud and bribery charges
Colombia’s far-right former President Alvaro Uribe pled not guilty to fraud and bribery charges before a Bogota court on Thursday. The not guilty plea came after failed attempt by Uribe’s… The post Uribe pleads not guilty to fraud a...

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 18:10:54 +0000
Colombia’s government negotiator meets with EGC commanders
A representative of Colombia’s government met with commanders of paramilitary organization EGC to prepare possible negotiations about their demobilization. The government’s negotiator, Alvaro Jimenez, met with five of the members… T...

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:11:31 +0000
Live broadcast reveals tensions inside Colombia’s government
A decision by Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro to broadcast a minister’s council revealed major tensions in his government. Petro decided to make the historically confidential council of ministers meeting public… The post Live bro...

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:49:07 +0000
Petro insists Colombia won’t accept chained deportees from US
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro insisted on Saturday that his government will refuse US deportation flights that violate the human rights of Colombian migrants. In an interview with US television network… The post Petro insists Colombi...

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:01:34 +0000
Colombia and Venezuela kick off joint border operation against ELN
The armed forces of Colombia and Venezuela kicked off coordinated offensives in the border region to recover territory lost to guerrilla group ELN and organized crime groups. The offensive was… The post Colombia and Venezuela kick off joint bor...

Colombia Bogota

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:37:55 +0000
Bogotá’s iconic Teatro Mayor presents its 2025 season
Teatro Mayor celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2025 with a diverse program featuring top international performers, festivals, and collaborations. Highlights include classical music, dance, and theater productions, reinforcing its role as a premier c...

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:50:41 +0000
Aguardiente Amarillo: A legendary Colombian spirit takes on “Goliath” and wins
Colombia’s iconic Aguardiente Amarillo will now be available nationwide after a historic ruling by the Constitutional Court, allowing the spirit to reach new markets beyond its coffee region origins, boosting the country’s rich liquor heritage.

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 15:03:22 +0000
Bogotá prepares for first No Car Day of 2025 on Thursday
On February 6, Bogotá will hold its first No Car and No Motorcycle Day of 2025, encouraging alternative transportation. TransMilenio and SITP will operate at full capacity, while 101 km of special bike lanes and 3,300 shared bicycles will be availab...

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:39:04 +0000
ELN warns Colombia’s Petro that it “Will Never Accept Submission or Surrender”
As Colombia escalates its military operations against the ELN guerrilla after weeks of violence in Catatumbo region, President Petro disclosed classified intelligence on social media. The ELN has vowed to not surrender, while security threats deepen ...

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:37:50 +0000
U.S Executive Order to Freeze Aid impacts Colombia’s Black Hawk fleet
President Trump’s executive order freezing U.S. foreign aid threatens to ground Colombia’s Black Hawk helicopters, vital for counter-narcotics and security operations. With Russian MI-17s also grounded, Colombia faces disruptions in conflict zone...

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