Category: Colombia
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Surge of Violence in Colombia: Deadly Attacks Shake Cali and Antioquia
Local sources from Colombia: BBC, EL PAÍS. UK coverage: BBC. A devastating sequence of violent attacks, including a car bomb and a drone strike, has plunged Colombia into mourning, leaving at least 18 dead and scores injured. The city of Cali, in particular, witnessed an explosive attack on the Marco…
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Tragic End for Colombian Presidential Hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay
Local sources from Colombia: BBC, BBC. UK coverage: Financial Times. The political landscape of Colombia has been rocked by the death of Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, a prominent figure and presidential candidate, who succumbed to injuries two months after a brazen shooting at a political rally in Bogotá. The 39-year-old…
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Historic Discovery and Controversy Surround the Sunken Treasure of the San José Galleon
Local sources from Colombia: RTVE.es, BBC. UK coverage: The Telegraph. In a striking blend of history, technology, and international dispute, the San José galleon, sunk near Cartagena, Colombia, in 1708 and believed to hold treasures worth £16 billion, becomes the center of a complex narrative. This Spanish ship, laden with…
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Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay Targeted in Assassination Attempt
Local sources from Colombia: Infobae, EL PAÍS. UK coverage: Financial Times. In a shocking incident that has gripped Colombia and drawn international concern, Senator and presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay was subjected to an assassination attempt on the afternoon of June 7 in Fontibón. The attack, which occurred during a…
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Colombian Presidential Candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay Critically Injured in Shooting, Nation Calls for Unity
Local sources from Colombia: EL PAÍS, senado.gov.co. UK coverage: BBC. In an alarming incident that has shaken Colombia to its core, Miguel Uribe Turbay, a prominent presidential candidate, was critically injured during a campaign event in Bogotá. The attack, which occurred on June 7, 2025, in the Fontibón district, has…
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Jose Mulino Wins Panama’s Presidential Election Amidst Controversy
Local sources from Colombia: BBC.com, La República. UK coverage: BBC. Panama is set to hold its presidential election after the front-runner, Jose Mulino, was sentenced for illegal wiretapping. Despite recent opinion polls favoring Mulino, a significant number of registered voters have not yet decided whom to vote for, leaving room…
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Ecuadorian Voters Support Tougher Security Measures in Referendum
Local sources from Colombia: FRANCE 24 Español, Voz de América. UK coverage: BBC. Ecuadorian voters have shown their support for tougher security measures in a referendum held on Sunday, April 21st. The country has been grappling with a surge in violent crimes, particularly in the city of Guayaquil. In response,…
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Ecuadorians Vote in Referendum to Combat Gang Violence
Local sources from Colombia: FRANCE 24 Español, La Razón de México. UK coverage: BBC. Ecuadorian voters have shown their support for tougher security measures to combat gang violence in the country. The referendum, marked by a murder, took place on Sunday, April 21, 2024. With nearly 13.6 million out of…
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Ecuadorian Voters Support Tougher Security Measures to Combat Gang Violence
Local sources from Colombia: CNN en Español, EL PAÍS. UK coverage: BBC. Ecuadorian voters have shown overwhelming support for tougher security measures to combat gang violence in the country, according to the results of a recent referendum. The government’s proposed plan, which includes increased police presence, stricter penalties for gang-related…
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Massive Protests Erupt in Colombia Against President Petro’s Reforms
Local sources from Colombia: EL PAÍS, DW (Español). UK coverage: Al Jazeera English. Tens of thousands of Colombians have taken to the streets in protest against President Gustavo Petro’s social reform agenda. The demonstrations, which have gained momentum recently, are in opposition to Petro’s proposed economic and social reforms, including…
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Ecuadorian Voters Show Support for Stronger Security Measures to Combat Gang Violence
Local sources from Colombia: BBC.com, FRANCE 24 Español. UK coverage: BBC. In a recent referendum and popular consultation in Ecuador, citizens have expressed their support for new security measures proposed by President Daniel Noboa. The country has been grappling with a rise in gang violence, which has had a detrimental…
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