Abelardo de la Espriella

Search teams from Venezuela, Argentina, and Israel reported apparent signs of life in two Colombian cities following the 7.4 magnitude earthquake, which killed at least 287 people. The disaster devastated over 100,000 people, destroying homes and facilities across more than 400 cities. President Abelardo de la Espriella announced a plan to partner with the private sector to help rebuild the nation.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, impacting regions from Cali and Pereira to the department of Chocó. Authorities confirmed more than 280 dead, thousands injured, and nearly 11,000 dwellings destroyed. Aid groups are providing assistance, with organizations recommending cash donations for greater flexibility in meeting widespread humanitarian needs.

The article contrasts the government responses to recent earthquakes in Colombia and Venezuela. Following Colombia's 7.4-magnitude earthquake, President Abelardo de la Espriella established an emergency command post quickly, declining most foreign crews. In contrast, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez in Venezuela waited nearly four hours to address the nation and relied heavily on international rescuers.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, causing over 260 deaths and heavy damage across cities including Cali and Pereira. In response to the crisis, South Florida’s Colombian community gathered for prayers at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Organizations like Global Empowerment Mission are coordinating aid efforts, distributing critical supplies such as tents to assist families who lost their homes.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia's west, causing immense devastation in cities including Cali, Pereira, Manizales, and Quibdo. The search for survivors is difficult and is complicated by ongoing deep poverty and civil warfare. Amidst the disaster, the Colombian government and various international groups are coordinating a response that includes aid from the U.S., Mexico, and others.

The search for survivors in the rubble following Colombia’s powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has tested the country’s new government and civil society. The devastating quake, which killed at least 181 people and injured over 2,500, has compounded existing humanitarian crises of poverty and warfare. International aid is arriving from countries including the U.S., Mexico, and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele.

The search for survivors after Colombia’s powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake continues amid immense strain on President Abelardo de la Espriella’s government and rescuers. The devastation has been complicated by ongoing issues of deep poverty and civil warfare, though international aid from the U.S., Mexico, and Salvadoran forces is arriving. Aid organizations are leveraging a 2016 peace accord to distribute materials in conflict-torn centers.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, resulting in at least 181 deaths and injuring 2,595 people in the west. The search for survivors proved desperate, challenging President Abelardo de la Espriella's government amid ongoing struggles with deep poverty and armed conflict. International aid is flowing in from countries including the U.S., Mexico, and El Salvador to assist relief efforts.

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday morning, killing at least 132 people and injuring over 570 individuals. The quake severely damaged buildings in main cities like Cali and Pereira. During a national address, Colombia’s president, Abelardo de la Espriella, stated the government is deploying all capabilities to assist affected communities.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people and leaving many trapped under debris; around 1,600 buildings were reported damaged. President Abelardo de la Espriella mobilized the entire military and police apparatus to respond to the crisis, particularly in the vulnerable Choco region. Furthermore, the U.S. State Department announced it would provide $15.5 million for emergency aid.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, resulting in at least 111 confirmed deaths and extensive damage to approximately 1,600 buildings across cities like Cali, Quibdo, and Pereira. President Abelardo de la Espriella mobilized the military apparatus to assess the damage in Choco and led search efforts for thousands of missing residents.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and leaving over 2,700 people reported missing after extensive damage to buildings. Around 1,600 structures were damaged or collapsed across cities including Cali, Quibdo, and Pereira. President Abelardo de la Espriella mobilized the military apparatus for rescue efforts, which also received $15.5 million from the U.S. State Department.

Outgoing President Gustavo Petro claims Colombia’s June election was fraudulent and calls president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella an 'illegitimate' leader. Petro alleges the results were altered by algorithms and foreign intelligence, citing United States and Israeli private firms, though no evidence has been provided.

Colombia's outgoing President Gustavo Petro accused programmers of manipulating election results in June, claiming fraud in the victory of conservative leader Abelardo de la Espriella. Electoral authorities and international observers dismissed the claims, certifying de la Espriella's 250,000-vote lead over Petro's ally Ivan Cepeda. Petro refused to acknowledge the results, calling the election 'obscure' and urging rural groups to form 'liberation guards' against military detachments.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has reiterated claims of fraud in the nation’s June election, which his party lost narrowly to conservative leader Abelardo de la Espriella. The claims come as Colombia prepares for a presidential inauguration.

Colombia's outgoing President Gustavo Petro claims fraud in the June election that resulted in Abelardo de la Espriella's victory. Electoral authorities and international observers dismissed Petro's allegations, which could undermine de la Espriella's legitimacy and deepen political polarization.

Colombia's outgoing President Gustavo Petro claims fraud in June's presidential election, which his party lost to conservative Abelardo de la Espriella. Petro alleges manipulation of tally sheets by programmers and criticized electoral authorities for not providing metadata. International observers and Colombia's electoral authorities have dismissed the fraud claims, confirming de la Espriella's victory by 250,000 votes.

Colombia's president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has completed his cabinet four days before taking office, combining traditional right-wing technocrats with Christian movement figures and Trumpism-aligned positions.

A truck bomb at a Colombia police station near the Venezuela border wounded 14 people. The government blamed rebel groups for the attack, which occurred just days before President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella is set to take office and end peace negotiations with armed groups.

A truck explosion outside a police base in Cucuta, Colombia, injured 11 officers and killed a police dog. The government blamed the National Liberation Army (ELN) rebel group for the attack. Incoming President Abelardo de la Espriella, set to take office next week, has pledged to confront rebel groups with military force.

A truck explosion outside a police base in Cucuta, Colombia, injured 11 officers and killed a police dog. Colombia's government blamed the National Liberation Army (ELN) rebel group for the attack. The incident occurred as the country prepares to inaugurate a new president who opposes peace talks with rebel groups.

Colombia's deforestation rose by 5% in 2025, with 119,483 hectares lost, though it remained 31% below 2021 levels. Amazon forest loss stayed steady at 77,805 hectares, driven by illegal land grabbing, cattle ranching, and infrastructure expansion.

A car bomb in Colombia injured at least 11 people days before the presidential election. President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella pledges to pursue a harsh crackdown on rebel groups and criminal organisations.

A bombing in Colombia injured 11 days before the presidential inauguration. President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella condemned the attack and stated that terrorism will not intimidate Colombia.

A bombing in Colombia injured 11 people days before a presidential inauguration. President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella condemned the attack, stating terrorism will not intimidate Colombia.

Colombia's president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, announced plans to close embassies in 14 countries and sever diplomatic relations with Cuba and Nicaragua, which he labeled as 'tyrannies.' The decision will take effect after his August 7 inauguration.

The incoming administration of President Abelardo de la Espriella has requested a preventive oversight review of a COP 786 billion (~US$205 million) contract to build desalination plants in Santa Marta, citing concerns over planning and transparency.

Colombian presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella plans to introduce a tax reform proposal in September 2026, focusing on reducing corporate burdens and simplifying the tax system, diverging from the outgoing government's fiscal agenda. The proposal aims to end a bank levy and lower corporate taxes.

Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro urged supporters to defend his economic reforms and resist changes to labor laws by the incoming administration. Petro accused Israel and the United States of interfering in Colombia’s election and claimed vote tallies were rigged with Israeli software, which Colombia’s electoral authorities dismissed. Incoming president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella, a conservative lawyer, plans to cut government spending and revise labor laws to allow hourly hiring.

Colombia's outgoing president, Gustavo Petro, called for a 'general and indefinite strike' if his successor, Abelardo de la Espriella, repeals his administration's labor reform or reverses the land reform. De la Espriella, elected on June 21, will take office on August 7.

Colombia will be the ninth country to open an embassy in Jerusalem. Incoming Colombian Foreign Minister Omar Bola Escobar and Israeli official Gideon Sa'ar agreed to restore full diplomatic ties, following Abelardo de la Espriella's campaign to renew a strategic alliance with Israel.

Gustavo Petro, outgoing president of Colombia, will not attend Abelardo de la Espriella's August 7 inauguration, breaking a tradition where the departing head of state accompanies the successor. Petro continues to reject de la Espriella's victory, citing fraud claims.

Colombia elected Abelardo de la Espriella president in a closely contested election, with de La Espriella securing 49.66 percent of votes against leftist candidate Iván Cepeda Castro’s 48.70 percent. The right-wing victory aligns with a regional trend in Latin America, and de La Espriella’s campaign focused on 'mano dura' policies, AI-created content, and rejecting prior peace accords, contrasting with Cepeda’s emphasis on inequality and peace.

Sens. Tom Cotton and Bernie Moreno requested President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to send a US delegation to Colombian president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella's inauguration to offer transition support amid fraud claims by the outgoing leader. The delegation aims to show solidarity with the new administration.

Colombia's outgoing president, Gustavo Petro, has prohibited the use of military facilities for the inauguration of his successor, Abelardo de la Espriella, on August 7. De la Espriella has stated he will proceed with his intention to be sworn in at a garrison in the southern part of the country, escalating tensions between the two leaders.

Colombia's outgoing environment minister warns that the incoming government could reverse recent climate and conservation efforts, citing support for fracking, fossil fuel development, and climate skepticism. Concerns include potential threats to the Amazon rainforest, Indigenous environmental governance, and the return of glyphosate spraying.

Colombia’s outgoing environment minister warns the incoming government could reverse climate and conservation progress by promoting fracking, fossil fuels, and weakening Indigenous environmental governance. The new administration, led by President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella, has pledged to expand oil development and natural resource extraction, raising concerns about environmental risks.

Colombia's president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, has requested Congress to evaluate moving his August 7 inauguration to a military garrison. The proposal, without recent precedent, will be decided by the incoming legislature.

Colombia’s president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella suspended the transition process after President Gustavo Petro refused to recognize the election results, alleging fraud without evidence. Petro accused de la Espriella of winning through fraud in the June 21 presidential run-off against Petro coalition candidate Ivan Cepeda.

Colombia’s President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella suspended the transition process with outgoing President Gustavo Petro after Petro refused to recognize de la Espriella’s electoral victory, alleging fraud. De la Espriella accused Petro’s administration of corruption and destructive policies, while Petro’s transition team emphasized transparency. The election result, which saw de la Espriella defeat Iván Cepeda by 1 percentage point, was described as a rejection of Petro’s government by international observers.