Stories from Colombia

Colombia has decided to phase out the use of hard coal, according to a report from Cologne.

The Colombian government has reportedly held at least two meetings to facilitate the return of Diego Marin to Colombia. The move follows exceptions to standard non-extradition policies for nationals. Diego Marin settled in Portugal due to his frequent travel to the country.

Gunmen arrived in two vehicles and fired multiple shots at a residence in Atlántico. Prosecutor Felipe Olivari reported that approximately 28 shell casings from 9mm and.40 caliber rounds were seized at the scene.

President Petro criticized a decision regarding a debt exceeding 136 billion pesos owed by Nueva EPS to the Cancer Institute. Petro stated the hospital budget is part of the national budget and will not allow patient treatments to be suspended.

Water service will return to households in Bogota gradually starting the early hours of Friday, May 1. Residents are advised to prepare and store water or request water truck services via the 1.616 helpline.

Senator Ari Lábila warned that no member of his party may appear on a stage with a presidential candidate other than the Pacto Histórico candidate.

A body was found lifeless in the Bucana and Marbella areas of Cartagena. The boy was reportedly playing football with four friends before deciding to jump into the canal. Local community members alerted the Cartagena Coast Guard station of the disappearance.

A minor was found drowned in a caño near the Cartagena airport. The community alerted the Cartagena Coast Guard after the youth disappeared while playing football with four friends. The individual was reportedly swept away by sudden currents in the sector.

President Gustavo Petro stated that criminal groups and drug traffickers are allegedly planning an attack against candidate Iván Cepeda. The report was shared by Caracol Radio Colombia. No specific date or location for the planned attack was provided in the broadcast. The statement follows ongoing security concerns regarding political candidates in Colombia. Prediction markets show a 48% probability for Iván Cepeda winning the Colombian presidential election amid ongoing threats. Cepeda stated that more than 21,000 young people were killed during the final year of Uribe's government. He argued that the Colombian Congress must address those responsible for killings, rapes, and child recruitment.

President Petro of Colombia is facing criticism regarding four open political processes involving groups including the ELN, Coordinadora Ejército Bolivariano, Los Comuneros, and Estado Mayor Central. President Gustavo Petro is facing criticism regarding his political processes and alleged links to various armed groups. Negotiators expressed concern that the President's declarations undermine their efforts at the negotiation tables. Presidential candidate Antonio Sanguino described the government of Gustavo Petro as a criminal band and a mafia. Sanguino spoke regarding his political independence and relationships with various sectors. Senator Esteban Quintero of the Centro Democrático rejected government allegations. Senator Esmeralda Hernández of the Pacto Histórico discussed responsibilities regarding the current crisis.