Stories from Colombia

Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced that his upcoming meeting with Venezuelan official Delcy Rodríguez will focus on strengthening border security. The discussions aim to address regional stability and cross-border movement between the two nations. This meeting follows recent political shifts in the Colombian electoral landscape. Colombian President Gustavo Petro requested strengthened military surveillance at the border following reports of individuals linked to drug trafficker 'Fito'. Petro also shared a photo of former President Álvaro Uribe with Daniel Noboa, claiming the Uribe-Noboa alliance aims to undermine Colombian elections. The President called for a security plan to be implemented for Cali, Jamundí, and Palmira.