
Russia Refutes Allegations of Colombian Mercenary Involvement in Ukraine Conflict
Russia denies involvement with Colombian mercenaries fighting in Ukraine, as families report mistreatment and Colombia estimates thousands involved abroad.
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Russia denies involvement with Colombian mercenaries fighting in Ukraine, as families report mistreatment and Colombia estimates thousands involved abroad.

Colombia's peace tribunal has charged 27 ex-guerrillas, including former FARC leaders, with crimes against humanity and sexual violence committed during the country's armed conflict.

Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro claims widespread electoral fraud and warns of civil unrest under the incoming president.
A truck bomb exploded near a Colombian police station, wounding 14 people just days before President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella takes office.

A truck bomb detonated in Cucuta, near Venezuela, six days before the inauguration of President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella.

US President Donald Trump has ordered Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to resume traffic stops, a practice temporarily halted after two fatal shootings.

A former FARC commander has warned that 'messages of hate' could lead to renewed violence in Colombia following threats from the president-elect.

Colombia's president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has announced plans to shut down the presidential peace office and suspend ongoing peace talks with armed groups.

The United States and 12 members of the Shields of the Americas alliance have issued a joint statement urging a peaceful transition of power in Colombia.

A drone attack by Colombian guerrillas injured three people at Tibu Airport near the Venezuelan border.

Outgoing Colombian president Gustavo Petro announced he will give a public farewell on July 20, calling for mass protests and the continuation of social reforms.

England defeated Panama to clinch top spot in their World Cup group and will face the Democratic Republic of Congo in the last 32, while Portugal was held to a draw by Colombia and will play Croatia.

Colombia and Portugal both progressed to the last 32 of the World Cup after an enthralling 0-0 draw in Group K.

Left-wing candidate Ivan Cepeda has conceded the Colombian presidential election to hard-right rival Abelardo de la Espriella.

Colombia clinched a spot in the World Cup knockout rounds with a 1-0 victory over DR Congo, thanks to a 76th-minute goal from Daniel Munoz.

Julian Quinones, born in Colombia, made history by scoring the first goal of the 2026 World Cup for Mexico.
