Iván Duque8 Aug 2022War on drugs a 'failure', new Colombia leader warnsPresident Gustavo Petro is demanding a new global strategy to tackle his nation's drugs industry.8 Aug 202220 Jun 2022Colombia elects ex-rebel as first left-wing leaderGustavo Petro, the former mayor of Bogota and ex-rebel fighter, defeats a millionaire businessman.20 Jun 202220 Nov 2021Colombia's leader rebukes Nazi-themed police eventPresident Iván Duque condemns the actions of cadets pictured in SS uniforms and Swastika armbands.20 Nov 20218 Jul 2021Colombia used lethal force in protests - reportAn international rights body condemns the response to anti-government protests, in which dozens died.8 Jul 202126 Jun 2021Colombia offers reward after president attackedPresident Iván Duque's helicopter was shot at as he flew near the Venezuelan border on Friday.26 Jun 202125 Jun 2021Colombian president's helicopter hit by gunfireIván Duque says his aircraft was fired on while he was flying near the border with Venezuela.25 Jun 20216 Jun 2021Colombia protests spur police reform by presidentThe modernisation plan comes after weeks of anti-government protests and dozens of deaths.6 Jun 202131 May 2021Why Colombia's protests are unlikely to fizzle outThe government has agreed to hold talks with protest leaders but divisions run deep.31 May 202130 May 2021UN calls for inquiry into Colombia protest deathsTroops are patrolling the city of Cali after weeks of violent anti-government demonstrations.30 May 2021...
