Tag #Colombia

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ELN's Resurgence in Colombia Fueled by Venezuela's Support

The ELN guerrilla group, backed by Venezuela, is escalating conflict in Colombia's Catatumbo region, creating a new dimension in the fight against dissident FARC groups; President Gustavo Petro's low approval rating and strained relations with Venezuela contribute to the crisis.

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Colombia's Peace Talks Collapse Amidst Deadly Violence in Catatumbo

At least 80 people were killed and 50,000 displaced in the recent violence in Colombia's Catatumbo region, causing President Petro to suspend peace talks with the ELN rebel group, jeopardizing his 'total peace' plan and revealing a failure to deter criminal activity during ceasefires.

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Five Ministers Dismissed in Colombia's Latest Cabinet Shakeup"

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has dismissed five ministers, including three from his original cabinet, in the latest of several cabinet shakeups since he took office in 2022, leaving him with a significantly depleted team and raising concerns about governmental stability.

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Four Key Ministers Resign from Colombian Government Amidst Multiple Crises

Four experienced ministers resigned from the Colombian government, leaving crucial portfolios—defense, finance, interior, and foreign affairs—in the hands of less experienced replacements, amidst severe security crises and ongoing legislative battles over social reforms.

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One Hundred Years of Solitude": Netflix's Adaptation Begins Filming Part Two

Netflix's adaptation of Gabriel García Márquez's "One Hundred Years of Solitude" is filming its second part in Colombia, following the first part's significant economic contribution of over $54 billion to Colombia and global success on Netflix; directors Laura Mora and Carlos Moreno lead this multi-...

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Petro's Chief of Staff Accused in Contraband Leader's Campaign Finance Scandal

Augusto Rodríguez, director of Colombia's National Protection Unit, accused Armando Benedetti, President Gustavo Petro's former chief of staff, of involvement with alleged contraband leader Diego Marín ("Papá Pitufo")'s campaign contributions in 2022; approximately $120,000 was received and returned...

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USAID Funding Cuts Leave Venezuelan Migrants in Colombia Jobless

In Colombia, the abrupt halt of USAID funding has closed vocational schools for Venezuelan migrants, leaving them jobless and without legal pathways to the US, directly contradicting the Trump administration's stated goals; over 82 programs worth nearly $2 billion are affected.

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Petro Advisor Implicated in Alleged Drug Trafficker Donation

Catalan advisor Xavier Vendrell, working for Colombian President Gustavo Petro, allegedly received a 500 million peso donation from suspected drug trafficker "Papá Pitufo" for Petro's campaign; the money was later returned after discovery of its origin, sparking controversy and internal government t...

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Colombian Government Crisis Delays Key Health Reform

President Gustavo Petro's government in Colombia faces a crisis after five ministers resigned following a chaotic cabinet meeting, delaying the health reform bill's progress in Congress due to internal conflicts and procedural issues.

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No Poverty
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Colombian Official Accuses Spanish Politician in Petro Campaign Scandal

Augusto Rodríguez, director of Colombia's UNP, accuses Spanish politician Xavier Vendrell of mishandling a video recording of a 500 million peso campaign donation return, potentially implicating President Petro's chief of staff, Armando Benedetti, and jeopardizing the President's administration.

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Colombia's National Police Chief Replaced Amidst Security Crisis

Amidst a cabinet shakeup in Colombia, General William René Salamanca was replaced as National Police director by Brigadier General Carlos Fernando Triana on Monday; this comes during a period of heightened insecurity, particularly in Bogotá, which saw an 11% increase in homicides in 2024.

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Colombia's Corruption Perception Index Falls Amidst Multiple Government Scandals

Colombia's 2024 Corruption Perception Index score fell to 39, down one point from 2023, due to multiple scandals involving the UNGRD, Ecopetrol, and President Petro's campaign, highlighting challenges in the government's anti-corruption efforts.

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48% Bias Score

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