Colombia News in English

Good morning! It’s 18th July, and here’s your Colombia daily news capsule.

Former President Uribe speaks on conflict with De la Espriella, urging defense against attacks.

A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake shakes the Pacific coast near Mexico and Guatemala.

Tensions rise as a hostage situation in Bogotá keeps authorities on high alert.

Progressive sectors criticize the appointment of Paola Holguín as Minister of Culture.

Controversy erupts over the definition of an Afro seat linked to the Pulgar clan.

Colombia experiences tremors as multiple earthquakes are reported across the country.

The route for the 20th of July parade in Bogotá will include Ciudad Bolívar for the first time.

Iván Cepeda announces he will not attend Abelardo's inauguration, regardless of the location.

Ecopetrol confirms a digital attack affecting over three thousand accounts.

The death toll from recent earthquakes in Venezuela surpasses five thousand.

Astronomers discover an atmosphere on a nearby planet similar to Earth.

The U.S. approves a satellite launch to reflect sunlight in dark areas.

WhatsApp will stop working on certain older phones starting July 20.

Five daily habits could reduce the risk of dementia by up to 45 percent.

A historic milestone as UdeA delivers the first batch of chloroquine produced in Colombia.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!