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Colombian President withdraws from the Peace Summit at the last minute

Colombian President withdraws from the Peace Summit at the last minute

Colombian President Gustavo Petro canceled his participation in the Peace Summit in Switzerland, arguing that the conference "is essentially a move to the side of war" and that Latin America wants to build peace and end conflicts.

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Colombia suspends coal exports to Israel

Colombia suspends coal exports to Israel

Colombia suspends coal exports to Israel until the end of the conflict in the Gaza Strip and Israel complies with the orders of the International Court of justice, citing the ongoing "genocide" by the Israeli government.

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Colombia passes bill banning bullfighting from 2027

Colombia passes bill banning bullfighting from 2027

Colombia's Congress has passed a bill banning bullfighting across the country from 2027, with a three-year transition period to help those whose livelihoods depend on the practice.

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Colombia to open embassy in Ramallah, recognizing Palestinian statehood: Presidential decree

Colombia to open embassy in Ramallah, recognizing Palestinian statehood: Presidential decree

Colombian President Gustavo Petro ordered the opening of the Colombian embassy in the Palestinian city of Ramallah, recognizing Palestine as a state.

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Colombia breaks off diplomatic relations with Israel

Colombia breaks off diplomatic relations with Israel

Colombia breaks off diplomatic relations with Israel over disagreements on Gaza, and President Petro calls Israeli actions in Gaza "genocide".

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Colombia expels Argentine officials

Colombia expels Argentine officials

Colombia expelled Argentine diplomats after Argentine President Javier Milei repeatedly insulted Colombian President Gustavo Petro, calling him a "murderer, terrorist and communist. "

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Colombia recalls its ambassador from Argentina after Milei's statements

Colombia recalls its ambassador from Argentina after Milei's statements

Colombia recalled its ambassador from Argentina after Argentine President Javier Milei made disrespectful comments calling Colombian President Gustavo Petro a "communist murderer," which led to a deterioration in relations between the two countries.

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