Colombia
Colombia Recalls Its Ambassador To The U.S. Following Trump's Clash With President Petro
The Colombian government announced on Monday it is recalling its ambassador to the U.S. over Donald Trump's criticism of President Gustavo Petro, the country's foreign minister said
Colombian President Petro Claims Country's Decades-Long Civil Wars 'Are Due To The U.S.'s Cocaine Consumption'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro claimed that the country's decades-long civil wars are a result of "cocaine consumption in the U.S." as he continues to clash with Donald Trump.
Colombian President Petro Proposes Cooperation With Venezuelan Forces: 'This is Not To Defend Maduro'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro proposed having Colombian forces cooperate with their Venezuelan counterparts and others in the region. He said they would be able to fight drug-trafficking more effectively, but the proposal comes as the two governments face increased pressure from the Trump administration
Trump Confirms Tariffs on Colombia, Calls Gustavo Petro a 'Lunatic' and 'The Worst President in Their History'
President Donald Trump confirmed night that his administration will impose tariffs on Colombian exports and cut financial assistance to the country, escalating tensions with one of Washington's closest regional partners.
Colombian President Petro Slams Trump Admin Over Attack Against 'Colombian Boat': 'They Have Committed Murder'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro slammed the U.S. government over an attack against an alleged drug boat in what he said were the country's territorial waters
The Cali Cartel Paid $220,000 to Hire El Chavo del 8 Cast for a Child's Birthday Party
One of Latin America's strangest crossovers between pop culture and organized crime has resurfaced. The members of the El Chavo del 8 cast were reportedly hired by the Cali Cartel in 1986 to perform at a private children's party for the daughter of drug trafficker José "Chepe" Santa Cruz in Bogotá. The reported payment was $220,000 in cash.
Mexican and Colombian Cartel Members Reportedly Infiltrating Ukraine's International Legion to Boost Drone Warfare Skills
Cartel operatives are reportedly exploiting Ukraine's limited vetting of foreign recruits, where background checks are rare and credentials often go unverified, allowing individuals with criminal ties to enlist with minimal oversight.
Colombian President Petro Says U.S. Must Be Taken To The UN Security Council After Latest Strike Against Alleged Drug Boat
Colombian President Gustavo Petro again criticized U.S. strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean, saying the country "must be taken to the UN Security Council and the UN General Assembly"
Alleged Tren de Aragua Ringleader Dies After Falling From Sixth Floor During Police Raid in Colombia
A Venezuelan national identified as Ender Alexis Rojas Montán, an alleged top leader of the transnational criminal organization Tren de Aragua, died onTuesday after falling from a sixth-floor apartment
Imprisoned Tren de Aragua Founder Asks to Take Part in Colombia's Peace Effort Aimed at Disarming Criminal Organizations
One of the founders of the Venezuelan criminal group Tren de Aragua, has formally asked President Gustavo Petro's government to allow the organization to join the country's peace negotiations intended to dismantle armed and criminal groups.
Mexican Authorities Arrest Man Linked to Lime Farmer Extortion, Cartel Recruitment and Explosives Training
At the time of "Llanero's" arrest, Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch said authorities seized a firearm, tactical gear, drugs, and a vehicle.
Colombian Mercenaries Hired by Sudanese Paramilitary Group to Train Children: 'War Is a Business'
The involvement of Colombian mercenaries was first reported last year by La Silla Vacía, a Colombian news outlet, which found that more than 300 former soldiers had been contracted by a third country to fight in Sudan's civil war.
U.S, Officials Confirm There Were Colombians Aboard a Vessel Struck By Washington: Report
U.S. officials confirmed that there were Colombians aboard a vessel struck by Washington as part of the Trump administration's strategy to pressure Venezuela's authoritarian government
Colombian Racing Driver Tatiana Calderón Opens Up About Her Career, Challenges, and the Future of Women in Motorsports - INTERVIEW
In an exclusive interview with The Latin Times, Colombian racing driver Tatiana Calderon talks about her journey, the challenges she has faced, and what she hopes to change in motorsport.
White House Slams Gustavo Petro For Claiming U.S. Struck a Colombian Vessel: 'Baseless And Reprehensible'
The White House slammed Colombian President Gustavo Petro after he said the latest U.S. strike in the Caribbean targeted a Colombian vessel
Gustavo Petro Taunts White House Over Claim That U.S. Struck Colombian Vessel: 'They Can Give Us Information, See If Mine Is Wrong'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro taunted the White House after claiming that the latest vessel struck by the U.S. had citizens from the country on it
Colombian President Petro Says 'Hints Show' Latest Vessel Struck By The U.S. 'Was Colombian': 'It's a War For Oil'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said there are "hints" that the latest vessel struck by the U.S. "was Colombian and had Colombian citizens" on it.
Plastic surgery as a sign of family unity: Colombia, Verónica Aspice, her parents, aunts and uncles, and $68,000
Family vacation? Yes. But with a scalpel included? Yes. Influencer Verónica Apice went viral on TikTok after posting a video documenting how she and four members of her family underwent plastic surgery during a trip to Colombia. The total cost: more than $68,000. But for this half-Colombian, half-Italian family, the operating room is nothing new: it's tradition.
Colombian President Petro Compares Trump To Hitler, Says Trump Has 'Unleashed Ethnic War' In The U.S.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro again slammed U.S. counterpart Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler, saying he has "unleashed an ethnic war" in the U.S.
Colombian President Petro Calls On Trump To 'Have The U.S. Army Join The Colombian One' To 'Liberate Palestine'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro called Donald Trump to "have the U.S: army join the Colombian one and others around the world to free Palestine," as he ramps up calls for a military intervention on Israel
Colombian President Petro Slams Pete Hegseth Over Strike On Vessel Off Venezuela: 'You Want To Harass Us To Get Oil For Free'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro slammed U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Over the country's latest strike on a vessel off the Venezuelan coast on Friday
Colombian President Petro Decries Latest U.S. Strike Against Vessel Off The Venezuelan Coast: 'There Are No Narco Terrorist On Those Vessels'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro decried the latest U.S. attack against a vessel off the Venezuelan coast, rejecting that those aboard were drug-traffickers
GOP Rep. Slams Colombian President Petro For 'Supporting Those Who Want To Eliminate The State Of Israel'
GOP Rep. Mario Diez-Balart slammed Colombian President Gustavo Petro for "supporting those who want to eliminate the state of Israel" and recalling that he was member of the M-19 guerrilla from the 1970s until it demobilized
Colombia Gives Part Of Pablo Escobar's Estate To Female Victims Of The Country's Armed Conflict
The Colombian government is giving part of Pablo Escobar's estate to female victims of the country's decades-long, President Gustavo Petro announced
Colombian President Petro Says He's Willing To Go To The 'Battlefield' In Gaza And Fight Israel: 'I'm Willing To Go'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said he is willing to go to "the battlefield" to fight Israel in Gaza after proposing the conformation of an international force to intervene in the conflict.
Colombian President Petro Wants To Form a 'World Salvation Army' To 'Free Palestine'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said he will propose the creation of a "world salvation army" to "free Palestine" as Israel's offensive on the country continues
Colombian President Petro Slams U.S. Over The Revocation Of His Visa: 'Breaks All UN Immunity Norms'
Colombian President Gustavo Petro slammed the Trump administration for revoking his visa after he publicly called on U.S. soldiers to disobey the president
Former Colombian VP Claims 'Final Operation' That Will Oust Venezuela's Maduro Will Take Place In 'Four To Six Weeks'
Former Colombian Vice President Francisco Santos claimed "Maduro's days or weeks are numbered" and that the "final operation" that will result in his ouster will take place in "four to six weeks."
Two Colombian Artists Found Dead in Mexico Days After Being Declared Missing
Colombian musicians, B-King and DJ Regio Clown, were found dead in Mexico City after traveling to the capital for a show at a nightclub.
Petro Says 'It's the U.S. Government That Should Be Decertified' After Trump Drops Colombia as Anti-Drug Ally
Petro also said Colombia's armed forces should no longer rely on U.S. weaponry: "the army will do better if it buys its weapons or makes them with our own resources"