# Car Bomb Explodes in Colombian City Near Venezuela Border Ahead of Presidential Inauguration

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

August 1, 2026 · World

A truck packed with explosives detonated on Saturday in Cucuta, Colombia, near the Venezuelan border, causing damage to nearby buildings and drawing a crowd of responders. The attack occurred just days before the inauguration of President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella, who is set to take office on August 7 in Cali. No immediate casualties were reported.

The right-wing politician has previously accused his opponents of plotting to assassinate him. The upcoming inauguration marks the end of Gustavo Petro's term as the first leftist president in Colombia's history. Despite the election campaign being marred by political violence, the ceremony will proceed in Cali, a region frequently affected by clashes involving drug trafficking gangs and guerrillas.

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