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Ecuador Expels Hundreds of Colombian Prisoners Amidst Prison Crisis

Ecuador expelled at least 603 Colombian prisoners on July 28th, 2024, to reduce prison overcrowding and gang violence, causing a diplomatic rift and humanitarian challenges in Colombia.

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Uribe Verdict to Shake Colombian Politics

A Colombian judge will rule on July 28th, 2024, in the 13-year-long trial of former President Álvaro Uribe Vélez for alleged witness tampering, a decision with significant implications for the 2026 elections and Colombia's political landscape.

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Verdict in Álvaro Uribe Trial to Impact Colombia's Political Landscape

On Monday, August 7th, at 8:30 AM Colombia time, Judge Sandra Heredia will deliver the verdict in the trial of former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe (2002-2010), charged with witness tampering, fraud, and bribery, amid high political tension and concerns about judicial independence.

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Nine Hostages Freed After Kidnapping by FARC Dissidents in Colombia

Nine people kidnapped by FARC dissidents in Colombia's Cauca department on July 17th were released this Friday morning and handed over to a humanitarian commission, highlighting the ongoing challenges in coca-growing regions.

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Political Patronage Undermines Colombia's Victim Assistance Agency

Adith Rafael Romero, the new director of Colombia's Unidad de Víctimas, has replaced experienced personnel with individuals linked to politicians, raising concerns about political patronage and the potential impact on victim services, given the entity's large budget and the country's high number of ...

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Colombia Agrees to Rice Price Controls, Ending 11-Day Farmer Strike

The Colombian government reached a seven-point agreement with rice farmers, ending an 11-day strike caused by low prices and oversupply, which included regional price controls and import tariffs; losses from the strike exceeded 25 billion pesos.

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Uribe Vélez Trial: Testimony Links Ex-President to Paramilitary Group

Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe Vélez faces trial for bribery and obstruction of justice, with key testimony from ex-paramilitary Juan Guillermo Monsalve alleging Uribe's involvement in founding and financing the Bloque Metro, a paramilitary group operating from the Uribe family's hacienda, ...

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Ecuador Deports 700 Colombian Prisoners Amidst Rising Violence

Ecuador deported about 700 Colombian prisoners on Saturday without prior notice to Colombia, causing outrage from the Colombian government and highlighting the escalating violence and transnational criminal activity in Ecuador.

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Colombian Mercenaries Expose Flaws in Mexico's Anti-Crime Strategy

A detailed report reveals that 2,000–3,000 Colombian ex-military personnel operate as mercenaries for Mexican drug cartels in Guanajuato, Jalisco, and Michoacán, highlighting failures in intelligence, border control, and financial tracking.

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CAF Invests \$20 Million in Santa Marta's Sustainable Development

CAF granted Santa Marta, Colombia a \$20 million loan for water sanitation, historical preservation, and sustainable development, and partnered with BBVA to expand agricultural credit lines by \$100 million, supporting 35 SMEs.

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Márquez Accuses Petro of Racism and Marginalization

Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez publicly accused President Gustavo Petro of racism and marginalization in a July speech, citing specific instances of being sidelined in decision-making, facing false accusations of corruption, and experiencing public attacks after speaking out against a cabi...

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Mothers of Soacha Cookbook Reclaims Narrative Through Culinary Traditions

The Mothers of Soacha, a Colombian collective whose sons were extrajudicially killed by state forces in 2008, are publishing "Para el Alma", a cookbook showcasing their culinary traditions and the love they shared with their sons, seeking funding to complete its publication.

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