Colombia's presidential pre-count shows conservative candidate leading by 1% over Iván Cepeda with o...

Polls have opened in Colombia for a high‑stakes presidential election, with over 40 million eligible voters set to choose the successor to outgoing President Gustavo Petro. The race is deeply polarise...

Colombia faces a pivotal presidential election defined by escalating internal conflict and a staggering 300% rise in forced displacement. The contest presents a stark choice between two ideologies: Iván Cepeda advocates for "total peace" through social reform and dialogue, while Abelardo de la Espriella proposes a heavy military crackdown and the construction of mega-prisons. As illegal armed groups expand their territorial control, citizens are caught between a desire for structural change and an urgent need for security. This vote will determine the nation’s path toward ending its long history of violence. #ColombiaSecurityCrisis#News, #zovintus, [Image by #AI]

Colombia wakes up to a sharp political turn to right as Abelardo de la Espriella's preliminary victory redraws the country's path on security, economy, and peace.

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Abelardo de la Espriella, a former lawyer and staunch right-winger, was inaugurated as Colombia's president on August 7, 2026, marking a significant shift toward conservative policies. His campaign promises include bombing jungle cocaine labs, constructing 'mega-prisons,' and reducing the state's size, reflecting his hardline stance against drug cartels and leftist groups. The inauguration took place in Cali, Colombia's salsa capital, rather than Bogota, signaling a break from tradition. De la Espriella, who holds dual U.S. and Colombian citizenship, has pledged to strengthen military alliances with the United States and Israel to combat guerrillas. His narrow victory over leftist rival Ivan Cepeda ended four years of leftist governance under Gustavo Petro, who criticized election fraud without evidence. The new administration faces a divided Congress and must address security challenges, including guerrilla attacks in Cali. Analysts note that his policies mirror those of Latin American right-wing leaders like Chile's Sebastian Piñera and Costa Rica's Laura Ruiz, who gained power on promises of enhanced security. While supporters hope for decisive action against crime and armed groups, critics warn of potential human rights abuses similar to past military interventions. The transition underscores growing political polarization in Colombia as De la Espriella seeks to redefine the country's relationship with Washington and regional allies.

The US and some Latin American nations said they had "deep concern" about statements and actions that cast doubt on electoral process integrity in Colombia.

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Abelardo de la Espriella takes an early lead in the Colombian presidential election. See how this could change things for voters.

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Colombian right wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella looked poised to win the country's Sunday presidential race.

Colombian right-wing outsider Abelardo de la Espriella is to compete in a runoff election for president against leftist senator Ivan Cepeda.

At least 52 guerrilla fighters were killed in clashes between two armed groups vying for control of a drug trafficking region in Colombia.