Stories from Colombia

The case involves allegations regarding activities in Gabinete II Prefeito since 2017. The defense requested to present this evidence to clarify the role of the UNP and the subject's bodyguards. The prosecution has reportedly acceded to the request to hear the defense's position.

Former President Alvaro Uribe stated that he proposed a national accord to President Juan Manuel Santos following the 2016 peace plebiscite victory for the 'No' vote. The conflict between the Santos and Uribe factions is currently intensifying, according to reports.

Cultural activities and marches are planned for May 1st to commemorate Labor Day in Cúcuta. The events will begin at the Ventura Plaza shopping center before moving to the city center.

Approximately 5,000 people are expected to participate in May Day marches in Neiva and surrounding areas. The demonstrations include teachers from Neiva, Garzón, Pitalito, and La Plata. Organizers stated the marches are expected to proceed in calm and tranquility. The event is not government-led, according to the report. Labor unions, teachers, students from the Universidad Sur colombiana, and various social organizations participated in May Day commemorations in Neiva. The march proceeded through the city's main roads. The Unified Command Post reported the day is proceeding normally without public order disturbances. Approximately 150 Metropolitan Police officers were deployed to ensure security for the marchers.

The national government will invest in providing potable water for Villavicencio. The proposal also includes considering a large cargo airport for the Meta department. The Colombian Ministry of Finance announced a price increase for fuel in Villavicencio.

Mayor Diego Gutiérrez announced multiple gathering points for May Day demonstrations in Bogota. Participants will move toward Plaza de Bolívar from locations including Parque Nacional, Universidad Nacional, and various transit portals such as Portal de las Américas, Portal Suba, and Portal 80. Major corridors including Carrera 7 and Calle 26 are expected to see movement. President Gustavo Petro is driving a proposal for a National Constituent Assembly. Tomorrow's May Day mobilizations in Bogota will center on this initiative, which is currently collecting signatures and resources. The candidate's position on the matter has been described by some as lukewarm. Demonstrations for International Workers' Day in Bogota have proceeded normally without public order incidents as of Friday morning. Protesters gathered at Parque Nacional around 9:00 AM to begin marches through the streets.

President Gustavo Petro and the Minister of Labor are scheduled to be in Medellin for International Workers' Day. The officials will announce a new decree regarding the management of union conventions.

Labor mobilizations are scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM in the south of Valle del Cauca. The demonstrations are expected to impact vehicular traffic and management. Authorities have invited drivers to use alternative routes to avoid congestion.

President Gustavo Petro is expected to travel to the Chocó department in the coming hours to offer public apologies to victims of the armed conflict. The commemoration marks the anniversary of a May 2, 2002, event where over one hundred people died during clashes between FARC members and the Pedro Sánchez defense association. The visit aims to reiterate a commitment to integral reparation for the affected communities. The leaders called for an end to violence during a commemorative event. The Ombudsman's Office led orientation and advisory sessions for victims. The group demanded greater state guarantees regarding victims' rights, according to the report. The Governor discussed these issues on Noticias Caracol.

A march is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM in Ibagué on Carrera Quinta and Calle 20. The event is being organized to celebrate International Workers' Day. Adrián Trejos reported on the planned celebrations. The event involves the Central Unitaria and various social organizations, including alternative parties, retired unions, Afro-Colombian, and indigenous communities. The procession will start at the intersection of Carrera Quinta and Calle 20. The Central Unitaria de Trabajadores (CUT) in Ibagué has announced a planned march for International Workers' Day. Organizers Jonathan Barón and Juan Cereda Castro stated the route will move from Carrera Quinta and Calle 20 through to Calle 60. The march is intended to include cultural and artistic activities in coordination with local youth and artistic sectors.