Colombia News in English

Good morning! It’s 21st July, and here’s your Colombia daily news capsule.

The Senate shows its independence by electing Honorio Henríquez as president.

Military and police received permission to leave the July 20th parade before Petro's speech.

Nicolás Barguil is elected president of the Chamber of Representatives amid political shifts.

María Claudia Tarazona questions Petro's claim of no opposition deaths during his government.

Fact-checking highlights economic indicators presented by President Gustavo Petro at Congress.

Journalists report aggression and lack of protection during the July 20th parade in Bogotá.

Colombia's Congress map is reshaped as the new legislative session begins.

Plan retorno in Bogotá today includes updates on regional traffic restrictions.

Daniel Ortega declares no future elections in Nicaragua, ending democratic practices.

Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada receives life sentence in the U.S. for drug trafficking.

The U.S. mentions Petro in a historic report on Cuba and armed movements.

Shakira and Gerard Piqué spotted together at the 2026 World Cup final.

FIFA investigates post-match incidents following the World Cup final.

The Nobel laureate advises Elon Musk that moving to Mars lacks sense for humanity.

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