Colombia head to the polls on Sunday in a presidential election that could significantly alter the country’s relationship with the United States and influence political dynamics across Latin America. The race features three major contenders: ruling coalition candidate Iván Cepeda, conservative outsider Abelardo De la Espriella, and center-right senator Paloma Valencia. With no candidate expected […]
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Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejects Trump’s drug trafficking allegations
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro on Sunday dismissed threats made by US President Donald Trump, who accused him of involvement in drug trafficking and hinted at possible military action against Colombia. Read More: Punjab Police, CNF agree on joint strategy against drug trafficking The remarks came in the wake of Washington’s surprise military operation in Venezuela on […]