America Colombia As part of its pledge to reform the mining sector, the state is creating a national mining company that is planned to shut down its illegal gold trade, offering considerably better prices than the country's informal miners
America Colombia President Gustavo Petro has warned of a “real threat” of possible US military action against Colombia after US President Donald Trump said an operation there “sounds good”, stressing the need for dialogue despite tensions over narcotics
America Colombia The use of high‑tech drones to spray coca crops has been approved, seeking safer eradication in remote rebel‑controlled areas and easing tensions with the US, after record cocaine production has risen to about 261.000 hectares,
America Colombia Citing visits by regional leaders to Washington and alleging financial influence, President Gustavo Petro has accused the US of attempting to interfere in Colombia's 2026 elections
America Colombia Harsh criticism rained upon Colombia after military bombings against armed groups have killed at least 15 recruited minors since August, revealing a sharp shift in President Petro’s strategy despite his initial pledge for “total peace”