Stories from Colombia

The Dilo Colombia foundation has requested the activation of the National Commission of Moralization to investigate President Gustavo Petro. The child died after failing to receive timely medication for hemophilia. The incident occurred last night, according to the report. Lawyer Ramiro Bejarano has requested that President Gustavo Petro rectify certain statements following a ruling by the Administrative Tribunal of Cundinamarca. The tribunal issued a precautionary measure as part of a popular action promoted by Bejarano against the president. Colombian President Gustavo Petro has requested an investigation into magistrates of the National Electoral Council for prevarication. Petro claims the judicial process against his presidential campaign is unconstitutional. The president issued these criticisms via a message published on his X account.

The city of Pereira officially inaugurated the El Vergel Ecopark, a tourism and environmental project. The initiative was led by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism. The project involved an investment exceeding 14 billion pesos. A new environmental project has been launched in the Centro Occidente metropolitan area with an investment exceeding 14 billion pesos. The 22-hectare site includes ecological trails, a central plaza, food zones, sports areas, and a cultural venue. Minister Diana Marcela Morales stated the project aims to use tourism as a tool for social and environmental transformation while boosting local employment.

Authorities are investigating the murders of three men in isolated incidents within the Atlântico department. The killings occurred in the municipalities of Sabana Grande and Soledad. This follows a reported increase in homicides in the region, with over 330 people killed so far this year.

The Attorney General's Office rejected terrorist acts occurring in the Cauca and Valle del Cauca departments. Authorities are being urged to intensify the pursuit of those responsible. The violence has caused over 150 vehicles to stop dispatching at the Pasto Terminal due to road closures on the Pan-American highway. Prosecutor Gregorio Del Hash expressed rejection of recent waves of violence in the Cauca and Valle del Cauca departments. He has issued institutional orders to determine responsibilities for the attacks. Del Hash called on councilors, deputies, and congressmen to hold political control debates to demand immediate government responses. The prosecutor offered condolences to the victims and families in the affected communities.

A Colombian artist expresses feelings of loneliness and longing, stating they cannot live without the presence and warmth of a loved one. The lyrics describe a state of being 'down' and 'drunk' due to this absence. The artist is connected to the radio show 'El Cartel de la Mega' and mentions having two apartments and a motorcycle.

The North Coast Cattlemen's Association warned of potential price increases for milk and dairy products due to the El Niño phenomenon. Executive Director Jorge Rodríguez stated that prices could increase by approximately 50-60% in the second half of the year. The warning follows forecasts regarding weather patterns affecting livestock and production. Authorities are being urged to take preventative measures to avoid economic devastation. The association is calling for immediate measures to mitigate the impact on the Caribbean region. Failure to act could lead to a year for the sector.

Technical teams have restored mobility in the tunnel sector following a recent terrorist attack. Crews completed cleaning and debris removal on the double carriageway between Popayán and Santander de Quilichao. Authorities granted permission for teams to enter the critical point to clear the area. The operation follows the recent incident that disrupted transit in the Cauca region. An escalation of terrorist activity by the Iván Mordisco dissident group has occurred in the Cauca and Valle regions. The attack has impacted local mobility, specifically near the Pan-American highway tunnel sector. The Prosecutor's Office has deployed an investigation team to identify and prosecute those responsible.

Heavy rains have caused rivers to overflow in several municipalities within Colombia's Meta department. Towns including Cimitarra, Alandazuru, and Puerto Parra remain completely flooded. Water levels in some sectors exceeded 5 meters, sweeping away household appliances. Elkin Esparza, the Planning Secretary of Puerto Parra, warned that the situation is critical. Red alerts are in effect due to rising levels in the Dio Carrara and Río O'Pumpe rivers. Power outages have been reported across multiple zones.

The Superintendencia de Sociedades and the Superintendencia Nacional de Salud were reportedly blocked from attending an extraordinary shareholders' assembly at COSALUD EPS. Representatives from the COSALUD Cooperativa allegedly denied entry to the regulatory delegates. This incident is being described as a blockade that could deepen a governance crisis within the health entity. Local mayors in the metropolitan area have expressed concerns regarding the expansion of dissident groups affecting health services. Legal representatives from COSALUD Cooperativa were present when the entry was denied to the regulatory delegates. The specific instructions behind the denial of access have not been detailed. This action prevented the entity from conducting a scheduled meeting.

The death toll from a bus bombing in southwest Colombia has increased to 20 people. The explosion occurred on a highway in the southwestern region of the country. Fifteen women and five men were killed in the attack.