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Colombia: Tens of Thousands of People Take the Streets to Reject President Petro's Economic, Social Reform

Colombians rally against President Petro's reforms, fearing economic harm. Petro insists changes fight inequality, igniting ongoing protests.

Argentina and Colombia Avoid Diplomatic Crisis Over Javier Milei Vs. Gustavo Petro Feud

Diplomatic Crisis Averted as Argentina, Colombia Make Amends After Javier Milei Vs. Gustavo Petro Feud

Apr 01, 2024 08:46 PM EDT By Rick Martin

The row between Argentina and Colombia has begun cooling down after that big feud between their respective presidents, Javier Milei and Gustavo Petro.

Argentina President Javier Milei Feuding With Mexico's AMLO and Colombia's Gustavo Petro

Mar 29, 2024 09:56 PM EDT By Rick Martin

Argentina may have just realized that it elected the least diplomatic president possible as Javier Milei has started feuds with the leaders of his neighbors: Mexico's Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and Colombia's Gustavo Petro.

Colombia: ELN Rebels Say They Will Stop Kidnapping for Ransom

Colombia ELN Rebels Pledge To Stop Kidnapping for Ranson if Government Extends Cease-Fire

Dec 17, 2023 09:28 PM EST By BERT HOOVER

Colombia's ELN rebel group, which sparked controversy by kidnapping the father of a national football star, announced on Sunday its commitment to cease kidnappings for ransom.

Colombia President's Son, Nicolas Petro, To Stand on Trial Over Money Laundering

Nicolas Petro, To Speak on Trial Over Laundering Colombia President Gustavo Petro's Campaign Donation

Sep 26, 2023 10:57 PM EDT By BERT HOOVER

Nicolas Petro Burgos, the eldest son of Colombia's president, Gustavo Petro, is set to face trial on charges of alleged money laundering and illicit enrichment.

Colombia: President Gustavo Petro's Son Gets Conditional Freedom While Under Investigation

Judge Grants Colombia President's Son, Nicolas Petro, Conditional Freedom While Being Investigated for Money Laundering, Illicit Enrichment

Aug 07, 2023 02:41 AM EDT By BERT HOOVER

Nicolas Petro, accused of receiving illicit funds during his father's 2022 election campaign, has been released on the condition that he remains in Colombia and refrains from engaging in any political activities.

Joint Statement From the United States and Colombia Following Bilateral Meeting Between Joe Biden, Gustavo Petro

Apr 21, 2023 10:01 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

U.S. President Joe Biden and Colombia's President Gustavo Petro met to advance bilateral cooperation on issues of mutual interest, including climate change, clean energy transition, migration, drug trafficking, and peace.

Colombia President Gustavo Petro to Meet With Joe Biden at the White House for the First Time

Apr 15, 2023 03:27 AM EDT By Rick Martin

For the first time, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro will visit the White House and meet with President Joe Biden.

Colombia: Soldiers Killed in by Rebel Group’s Attack in Army Base Amid Troubling Peace Talks

Colombia: 9 Soldiers Killed by Rebel Group in Attack on Army Base Amid Troubling Peace Talks

Mar 30, 2023 03:18 AM EDT By Mary Webber

Nine soldiers in Colombia were killed in a military base by the rebel group National Liberation Army amid shaky peace talks between the guerillas and the government.

Colombia: President Gustavo Petro Halts Ceasefire With Clan Del Golfo After Group Engage in a Police Attack

Mar 20, 2023 12:49 AM EDT By Mary Webber

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has suspended the ceasefire imposed between Colombia and the criminal group Clan del Golfo.

Colombia and Venezuela Presidents Meet; Sign Deal to Revive Trade

Colombia and Venezuela Presidents Ink Deal Revive Trade Relations

Feb 16, 2023 09:28 PM EST By BERT HOOVER

Colombia President Gustavo Petro and Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro met to sign a deal that will revive the trade between their countries.

Colombia Government Peace Talks with ELN Resume in Mexico Amid Tension

Feb 13, 2023 10:07 PM EST By BERT HOOVER

Colombia government and the ELN rebel group resumed peace talks in Mexico City.

Colombia Government Resumes Peace Talks With ELN Rebels to End Decades of War

Nov 22, 2022 03:41 AM EST By BERT HOOVER

The government of Colombia and the National Liberation Army (ELN), the largest remaining guerrilla group in the South American country, resumed peace talks on Monday.

Colombia Cocaine: UN Says Coca Crops Grew to ‘Historic Levels’ Last Year

Oct 21, 2022 03:33 AM EDT By BERT HOOVER

A report from a United Nations agency said the number of Colombia's lands with coca plants from which cocaine is made was at its highest level in 20 years last year.

Colombia to Restart Peace Talks With ELN Rebels

Oct 06, 2022 01:26 AM EDT By Rick Martin

The government of Colombia announced that it will restart peace talks with the armed rebel group National Liberation Army (ELN) that was suspended in 2018.

Anthony Blinken in Colombia: U.S. Backs Gustavo Petro's 'Holistic' Approach to Fighting Drugs

Antony Blinken in Colombia: U.S. Backs Gustavo Petro's 'Holistic' Approach to Fighting Drugs

Oct 04, 2022 09:32 PM EDT By Rick Martin

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who visited Colombia for the first time, expressed support to President Gustavo Petro's new, "holistic" approach in solving the country's drug problem.