Stories from Colombia

The first 'Fossil Fuel Phase-Out' conference has commenced in Santa Marta, Colombia.

Authorities in Ipiales, Colombia, captured two individuals suspected of being members of the Ivan Merchan front. The operation took place in the rural area of Puerto Rico. Police and army officials reported that the arrests frustrated a potential attack against transporters.

The new superintendent filed a complaint with the prosecutor's office on the same day of his appointment. The complaint alleges that a specific IPS (Health Service Provider) is offering bribes to expedite payments.

Police in Puerto Colombia, Atlántico, are investigating threats made against local judges. The threats reportedly appeared in a pamphlet circulating on social media. The National Police are currently examining the material to determine its authenticity.

Former Nariño governor and ex-senator Camilo Romero discussed efforts to consolidate support for President Petro's progressive coalition. The alliance aims to back Iván Cepeda's candidacy and secure a first-round victory for Margo Sepúlveda.

Former Colombian Senator Jorge Enrique Robledo stated that President Gustavo Petro is using demagoguery regarding his proposal for a National Constituent Assembly. Robledo asserted that the President lacks the necessary majorities in Congress to advance such an initiative. He said that any constitutional reform must pass through the legislature. The comments follow Petro's call for supporters to provide resources to promote the proposal. Paloma Valencia stated that President Gustavo Petro faces rejection in the Antioquia region. Valencia claimed Petro does not love Antioquia, democracy, fraternity, or peace, and is enamored with Castro, Cuba, and bandits. President Petro responded by questioning Uribe regarding false positive incidents. President Gustavo Petro stated that the new Congress, which begins on July 20, must decide whether to accept the people's mandate.

A lawyer stated that efforts to extradite Diego Marin to Colombia from Spain and other countries have not succeeded. The lawyer noted that previous management was legitimate but failed due to domestic issues in Colombia.

A Colombian fugitive who was previously evading justice has been detained in Europe. The individual was reportedly hiding in Portugal before being apprehended. The Colombian government has requested the individual's extradition to face charges.

Two men attempted to rob a retired police chief in Antioquia, according to reports from Norbey Vallejo. The victim is identified as a retired police inspector. The incident occurred in the Antioquia department.

An initiative has enabled 1,300 university slots for students in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta region. The program will include curricula from various public universities to bring education closer to local youth. The report was broadcast by Caracol Radio.