Gustavo Petro

A television advertising bill would be the ‘golden proof’ for violating limits in Gustavo Petro’s presidential campaign; this is the story

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A television advertising bill would be the ‘golden proof’ for violating limits in Gustavo Petro’s presidential campaign; this is the story

Gustavo Petro’s presidential campaign is facing an investigation by the National Electoral Council (CNE), where charges have been brought against him for alleged irregularities in financing. The evidence presented by magistrates Álvaro Hernán Prada and Benjamín Ortiz has been described as conclusive; one of which would be the ultimate proof that would confirm that Petro’s … Read more

Petro was at risk from a possible attack, says Defense Minister

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Petro was at risk from a possible attack, says Defense Minister

BogotaColombian President Gustavo Petro was at risk of a possible assassination attempt on July 20, the day he participated in a public event, Defense Minister Iván Velásquez revealed on Thursday, without providing evidence. The official declined to give further details about the alleged threat when questioned by journalists. “There was information about that… about an … Read more

“Powerful attack” against Petro foiled: Defense Minister

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“Powerful attack” against Petro foiled: Defense Minister

Bogotá. President Gustavo Petro was to be the victim of a powerful attack on July 20, Defense Minister Iván Velásquez announced today. Velásquez told the media that “since the breakdown of dialogue with the dissidents of the extinct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) there has been a constant strategy that seeks to protect the … Read more

Petro’s presidency brought a setback – 2024-08-10 10:26:50

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Petro’s presidency brought a setback – 2024-08-10 10:26:50

The Uribe party Democratic Centerthe main opposition in Colombiaconsidered that the first half of the president’s government Gustavo Petrowhich is celebrated this Wednesday, has meant a “step backwards for Colombians.” «These have been two years in which the Government has also systematically attacked institutions, freedoms, democracy and the opposition, creating issues such as a constituent … Read more

Brazil, Colombia and Mexico insist that the Venezuelan CNE present the minutes and that there be “an impartial verification of the results”

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Brazil, Colombia and Mexico insist that the Venezuelan CNE present the minutes and that there be “an impartial verification of the results”

Brazil, Mexico and Colombia, the three Latin American powers governed by the left that have launched a mediation effort in the post-electoral crisis in Venezuela, have insisted this Thursday in a joint statement that they consider it “fundamental” that the National Electoral Council (CNE), controlled by Chavismo, present the results of the presidential elections of … Read more

Colombian president to testify in congressmen’s corruption case

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Colombian president to testify in congressmen’s corruption case

Bogotá. Colombian President Gustavo Petro has been summoned by the Supreme Court docket to testify as a part of an investigation into two congressmen allegedly concerned in a corruption scandal on the state-run Nationwide Unit for Danger and Catastrophe Administration, the excessive court docket mentioned Wednesday. The scandal reveals irregularities within the buy of 40 … Read more

Petro declares civic day whether or not Colombia wins or loses Copa America last

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Petro declares civic day whether or not Colombia wins or loses Copa America last

Bogotá. Colombian President Gustavo Petro introduced Friday that he’ll declare July 15 a civic day within the nation, at some point after Colombia and Argentina play the Copa America last. The measure, which often suspends work actions for state entities, will apply whether or not the Colombian group wins or loses the ultimate. “Let this … Read more

Petro requires ensures for the Venezuelan opposition – 2024-07-14 08:44:23

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Petro requires ensures for the Venezuelan opposition – 2024-07-14 08:44:23

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on the Davos convention on January 16, 2024. The Colombian president, Gustavo Petroinsisted this Wednesday on his proposal to succeed in a “nationwide settlement” Venezuela to offer “most ensures” for the opposition to take part within the elections on July 28 and for the end result to be revered. «In my … Read more

Gustavo Petro started a “shake-up” in his cupboard

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Gustavo Petro started a “shake-up” in his cupboard

Bogotá. The introduced ministerial “shake-up” of President Gustavo Petro’s authorities started at the moment with the alternative of the top of Justice, Néstor Osuna, who shall be changed by the famend jurist Ángela María Buitrago, till a few months in the past a candidate for Legal professional Normal (Prosecutor). Acknowledged in Colombia for her investigations … Read more