Colombia will address the "humanitarian crisis" of 40 citizens detained in Venezuela.
2 day agoRelatives of Colombian political prisoners in Venezuela close the Simón Bolívar international border bridge in Cúcuta in protest of arbitrary detentions by the Venezuelan dictatorship. They demand information from the regime and their immediate release.
6 day agoProtests in Bogotá: An ATM at the National Museum and a building on Chile Avenue were vandalized, and a soldier was attacked on 72nd Street. TransMilenio reports blockades and detours on Seventh and 26th Streets.
The U.S. Embassy in Colombia is urging its citizens in Bogotá to avoid mass demonstrations in anticipation of a pro-Palestinian protest planned for today, which, according to the diplomatic mission, could turn violent.
Padrino López confirms deployment to combat the ELN and the FARC: "They will receive a decisive response."
In Bogotá, Colombia, protesters burned US and Israeli flags.
2 week agoMinister Armando Benedetti (@AABenedetti) announced that more US visa waivers will come from government officials in solidarity with President Gustavo Petro.
The US revokes Petro's visa for "inciting violence" at pro-Palestine protests in New York.
2 week agoAt this hour, California residents and miners are blocking the road to Bucaramanga in protest against the National Government. They claim they will not allow entry to officials from the Colombian Geological Survey who are supposed to conduct an inspection of the gold mines in the area.
Colombian Senate declares Cartel of the Suns a terrorist organization. The Colombian Senate approved on September 16 a proposal that recognizes the Cartel of the Suns as a transnational criminal and terrorist organization that threatens regional security.
The Colombian Supreme Court has denied the extradition request to Venezuela of alias "Larry Changa," co-founder and leader of the Aragua Train.
Gustavo Petro is being denounced before the ICC for instigating crimes against humanity and genocide.
Trump identifies 23 countries, including China, India, as major drug transit or production hubs: Afghanistan, The Bahamas, Belize, Bolivia, Burma, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Jamaica, Laos, Mexico, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Venezuela
The Ecuadorian army captures one of the leaders of the Iván Ríos Front; he was a member of the FARC.
Alleged member of the Tren de Aragua gang arrested in Bogotá: wanted in the U.S. for "drug trafficking."
Medical personnel in Cúcuta protest in front of the HUEM facilities. They condemn the non-payment of the EPS debt to this institution.
The Colombian Ministry of Defense announces the release of all soldiers held captive in an area controlled by an armed group.
The Colombian army announces that 72 soldiers are being held hostage in an area controlled by an armed group
Judge orders prison for Venezuelan dentist accused of abusing a minor in Bogotá
Petro threatens to revive US anti-drug cooperation: Colombia does not cooperate with assassins
1 month agoColombian Defense Minister rules out troop deployment on the Venezuelan border
A uniformed officer was injured during an armed attack in the Gran Colombia neighborhood of Villa del Rosario.
Colombia's Ministry of Defense confirms that 34 soldiers are kidnapped in Guaviare.
A Colombian intelligence report revealed by @RevistaSemana confirms the existence of the Cartel of the Suns and says the group "provides protection and logistics for the export of cocaine, weapons, illegal gold, and fuel to the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe."
1 month agoDiosdado Cabello announces military deployments in Táchira, Zulia, and Apure as part of new "peace zones" on the border with Colombia. He asserts that the Petro administration was informed of the operations and expressed "pleasure" with the binational coordination.
1 month agoAttacks by FARC dissident groups have left at least 18 dead in Colombia, according to authorities. A truck loaded with explosives exploded on a busy street in Cali, and in Antioquia, a drone and rifle attack targeted police, where a helicopter was shot down. - @dw_espanol
1 month agoYesterday in Cali, a bomb planted near a military barracks exploded. And moments earlier, at least seven officers were killed when a police helicopter damaged by a drone exploded.
Gustavo Petro: "For the good of Colombia and Venezuela, there should be no binational armed groups led by foreigners in our territories."
Petro accuses the FARC and ELN of operating in Venezuela, trafficking "dozens of tons of cocaine" and bribing public officials.
Gustavo Petro: "We are sad. Miguel's death grieves us, as if he were one of our own. It's a defeat. Every time a Colombian is murdered, it's a defeat for Colombia and for life. That's why all that remains is to grieve and move forward."
