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Colombia
News & analysis tagged Colombia — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
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Colombia's Coca Bet: De la Espriella's Plan
Colombia's coca cultivation hits 261,000 hectares as new president De la Espriella plans aggressive eradication strategies amid U.S. scrutiny.
2026-07-09
De la Espriella's Razor Win Resets US-Colomb
De la Espriella's razor-thin election win signals a reset in US-Colombia relations, reshaping security ties and the agenda under a Trump-aligned approach.
2026-06-22
Colombia's Razor-Thin Rightward Pivot
Colombia swings right as Abelardo de la Espriella narrowly wins the presidential runoff by under one percent, exposing a deeply divided and polarized nation.
2026-06-22
De la Espriella's Victory Could Unwind Peace
Colombia's election pits De la Espriella's hardline military approach against ongoing peace negotiations, leaving the fragile peace process in the balance.
2026-06-20
Trump Endorses De la Espriella in Colombia
Donald Trump's endorsement of De la Espriella reshapes Colombia's politics, signaling a shift in election dynamics and US influence across Latin America.
2026-06-05
Colombia's Drone War
Colombia's armed groups are gaining the upper hand in a fast-evolving drone war, outpacing the state's capabilities and raising serious national security alarm.
2026-05-22