Stories from Colombia

Colombian officials have been dismissed following an investigation into corruption. The investigation into corruption has led to dismissals, with authorities now looking into the defense minister.

Authorities conducted a control operation in the department and intercepted a group of 30 people in the La Rradura sector of La Tevaida. The group was traveling in a special service bus and wearing white t-shirts. According to the report, the individuals appeared to be heading to join a guerrilla structure. The group was carrying documentation at the time of the interception.

The individual reportedly insisted to authorities that more cash was hidden in the vehicle. The General Directorate for Anti-Corruption has taken over the case for investigation. The source noted that the case is being handled with complexity.

The Attorney General's Office filed charges against two former officials from the Tunja Council for alleged irregularities in rural electrification fund collection.

A multiple vehicle accident involving one cargo vehicle and two private vehicles occurred at kilometer 19+140 on the Bogotá-Villa Vicencio highway. The concessionaire Coviandina reported that alternative routes are being implemented due to the incident.

Defense Minister Pedro Sánchez reported the capture of 21 people during an operation targeting illegal recruitment in the Quindío department. The operation also resulted in the rescue of 12 minors.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed opposition to any form of sanctions against Cuba via social media on May 2. The statement comes as part of ongoing regional political discourse regarding Cuba's economic status.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed opposition to any form of sanctions against Cuba on social media on May 2. The statement comes amid ongoing discussions regarding regional policy and international pressure on the Cuban government. The statement comes as part of ongoing regional political discussions regarding Cuba's economic status. No new information was provided in this transcript regarding Colombia's stance on Cuba sanctions. Colombia's Attorney General's Office strongly defended the country's electoral system in response to new criticisms from the 'Pacto Histórico' and its candidate Iván Cepeda. Registrar Hernán Penagos sent a strong message to the government and President Gustavo Petro, stating that constant narratives misinform and divide society. Attorney General Gregorio El Hach affirmed that electoral fraud for presidential elections cannot be considered.

Eighteen-year-old Sara Valentina Rénal Escobar was crowned the 2026 Accordion Queen at the Festival de la Leyenda Vallenata. The event took place at the Parque de la Leyenda Consuelo Araujo Noguera.

Sara Valentina Rénal Escobar, aged 18, was crowned Reina Mayor del Acordeón 2026 at the Festival Valle Nato. The event took place in Valle de Upare.