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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Colombia: the government mobilizes military forces to search for two missing congressional candidates

Colombian authorities have begun a search for two missing congressional candidates, Andrés Vásquez and Ana Guetio, ahead of upcoming elections.

Feb 26 • 18:14 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

How Colombian President Gustavo Petro Escaped the 'White' Trap?

Colombian President Gustavo Petro had an unexpectedly cordial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, shifting from being labeled a 'drug lord' to a welcomed guest in the Oval Office.

Feb 13 • 16:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Networks: An Attempt to Smuggle Leeches at Istanbul Airport and a Book Fair in Damascus

A recent episode of Al Jazeera's program "Networks" discusses various topics, including a failed leech smuggling attempt at Istanbul Airport, reactions to an assassination attempt on the Colombian president, and a cultural focus on the Damascus International Book Fair.

Feb 11 • 13:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JL2 from Tuesday, February 10, 2026

The article discusses various news items, including the removal of a minister, U.S. authorization for oil and gas exploration in Venezuela, legal actions against President Lula over a Carnival theme, and reports on an assassination attempt on the Colombian President.

Feb 10 • 22:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Colombian President claims to have escaped assassination attempt in helicopter

Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced that he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a helicopter flight after months of threats from drug traffickers.

Feb 10 • 22:25 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Colombia: President Gustavo Petro claims to have escaped an assassination attempt

Colombian President Gustavo Petro reported that he narrowly avoided an assassination attempt during a helicopter trip.

Feb 10 • 21:22 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Gustavo Petro claimed he escaped a plan to assassinate him in Colombia

Colombian President Gustavo Petro revealed that he fled a purported assassination plan against him amid heightened political tensions ahead of the presidential elections.

Feb 10 • 20:29 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

‘I Voted’ sticker helps convict noncitizen who cast ballot in 2024 as election security debate heats up

A Colombian woman in Massachusetts has been convicted of multiple charges, including illegal voting in the 2024 presidential election, amidst a growing debate on election security in the U.S.

Feb 10 • 14:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Juan Manuel Santos: "The world is on the wrong path"

Juan Manuel Santos, the former Colombian president, reflects on global issues such as peace, Venezuela, and the political landscape, including figures like Trump and Petro.

Feb 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The meeting with Trump leaves a more measured Petro

Colombian President Gustavo Petro adopts a more institutional tone following his meeting with Donald Trump at the White House.

Feb 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Meeting between the Chancellors of Ecuador and Colombia: uncertainty remains about the security rate on Colombian imports

The meeting between the foreign ministers of Colombia and Ecuador ended without clear results regarding the security fee on Colombian imports, with Ecuador offering to advance in border security actions.

Feb 6 • 21:26 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Family Tree of Gustavo Petro: Who is the family of the president of Colombia?

Colombian President Gustavo Petro met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., and expressed a positive impression despite their differences after their two-hour discussion.

Feb 4 • 17:35 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
World

Colombian President in Washington: Caution is advised

The recent visit of Colombian President Gustavo Petro to Washington saw unexpected camaraderie with Donald Trump, yet the underlying issues of instability remain unchanged.

Feb 4 • 16:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

"Make America Great Again". The President of Colombia defused a bomb and Trump’s threats

Colombian President Gustavo Petro demonstrated a readiness to engage with Donald Trump despite ideological differences, signaling that economic interests could bridge the gap between their contrasting views.

Feb 4 • 13:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

D. Trump Meets with Colombian President at the White House

During their conversation, they primarily focused on collaboration to combat drug trafficking, with D. Trump praising Colombia's leader as a wonderful man, despite previously referring to him in a derogatory manner.

Feb 4 • 08:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Petro emerges strengthened from his meeting with Trump at the White House

Colombian President Gustavo Petro reported a positive outcome from his meeting with Donald Trump, which exceeded expectations amid a tense political backdrop.

Feb 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

A friendly and special meeting between Trump and his Colombian counterpart after severe disagreements

In a private two-hour meeting at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro reportedly resolved past disputes, with both leaders expressing positive impressions of the discussion.

Feb 4 • 01:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

After threats and insults, Trump receives Gustavo Petro at the White House

U.S. President Donald Trump met with Colombian President Gustavo Petro for a two-hour discussion at the White House following previous tensions between the two leaders.

Feb 4 • 01:08 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Trump and Colombia's Petro Bury the Hatchet

Colombian President Gustavo Petro and U.S. President Donald Trump appear to have reconciled after a year of verbal conflict during their first face-to-face meeting at the White House.

Feb 4 • 00:15 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Two hours behind closed doors and a message of 'I love Colombia': Trump and Petro tone down after meeting at the White House

U.S. President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro held a positive two-hour closed-door meeting in Washington amidst tensions between their countries.

Feb 3 • 20:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

"Discreet" meeting of Donald Trump with Colombian Gustavo Petro

After exchanging insults online previously, US President Donald Trump and his Colombian leftist counterpart Gustavo Petro met for the first time in a low-key manner without journalists present.

Feb 3 • 20:17 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Pas de deux: Petro, Trump found a 'perfect sparring partner for their respective political agendas'

The article discusses the political dynamics between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and former U.S. President Donald Trump as they navigate their differing agendas.

Feb 3 • 18:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The meeting between Gustavo Petro and Donald Trump, live | Petro leaves his residence in Washington heading to the White House

Colombian President Gustavo Petro is in Washington for a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, marking their first encounter since Trump's remarks about Petro's attitude after the Venezuelan operation.

Feb 3 • 16:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Donald Trump set to welcome Colombian president to White House for talks

President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House for discussions following recent tensions over drug trafficking accusations.

Feb 3 • 11:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Trump welcomes Petro to relaunch bilateral ties in a high-voltage meeting

Trump meets Colombian President Gustavo Petro to strengthen bilateral relations amidst a controversial political backdrop.

Feb 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

After a fight on social media, Trump meets with the president of Colombia to discuss drug trafficking

U.S. President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro are set to meet to discuss drug trafficking following months of mutual accusations and public insults.

Feb 3 • 03:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Donald Trump celebrates that Gustavo Petro has changed 'a lot of his attitude' since Nicolás Maduro's capture

US President Donald Trump expressed approval of Colombian President Gustavo Petro's changed attitude following the capture of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, stating he hopes for a fruitful meeting with him.

Feb 2 • 22:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

The President Who Has a Way to Deal with Trump. Just Like Him, He Fights on X. And Now He Will Meet Him in the White House

Colombian President Gustavo Petro visits Washington, asserting his stance against Donald Trump, promoting dialogue in a confrontational manner that both leaders exhibit on social media.

Feb 2 • 11:06 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
National & Local

After Trump Call, Colombia’s Petro Turns Up Heat on Far-Left Armed Group

Following a call with former President Donald Trump, Colombian President Gustavo Petro intensified efforts against a far-left armed group in the country.

Jan 16 • 10:01 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Abascal meets with Abelardo de la Espriella, candidate for the Colombian presidency in Madrid

Santiago Abascal welcomed Colombian presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella in Madrid, where they signed the Madrid Charter to join an international alliance of political leaders.

Jan 16 • 00:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Petro reshuffles his Cabinet once more with a shake-up in the Presidency, Intelligence, and the Ministry of Equality

Colombian President Gustavo Petro demands resignations from three controversial officials, signaling ongoing instability in his Cabinet.

Jan 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The difficult political balance for Petro after Trump's backing

Colombian President Gustavo Petro seeks to maintain a critical stance towards the United States while fostering a positive relationship with Republican mogul Donald Trump following his recent endorsement.

Jan 10 • 23:12 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Trump to receive Colombian president Gustavo Petro in Washington

Former President Trump is scheduled to meet Colombian President Gustavo Petro in Washington.

Jan 9 • 11:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Petro: 'Trump told me he was thinking of doing bad things in Colombia'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed concerns about potential threats to his safety, fearing he could be captured like Maduro, but felt a phone call with Trump alleviated some of those fears.

Jan 9 • 06:24 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Colombian President Petro says to have exchanged 'a friendly call' with Trump

Colombian President Gustavo Petro reported having a friendly conversation with former President Donald Trump.

Jan 8 • 10:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Trump is doing something groundbreaking, suggests Americanist. The consolation prize for Putin is huge

Americanist Jiří Pondělíček discusses the implications of Donald Trump's statements regarding the Colombian president and the repercussions of U.S. intervention in Venezuela.

Jan 8 • 07:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Trump will receive Colombian President Petro at the White House 'in the near future'

US President Donald Trump will meet with Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House following their first phone conversation amidst their adversarial relationship.

Jan 8 • 03:16 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Trump and Petro hold a phone call to discuss 'disagreements'

U.S. President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro engaged in a phone call to address various disagreements, with Petro accusing Trump of having a 'senile brain'.

Jan 8 • 01:27 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
World

He has a senile brain, said Colombian President Petro about Trump. He warned to watch his back

Colombian President Petro commented on Trump, stating he has a senile brain and warned him to be cautious.

Jan 7 • 05:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Colombia faces 'attacks and bombings' as Donald Trump plots his next incursion

Colombian President Gustavo Petro responds to Donald Trump's aggressive rhetoric, threatening to defend his country against potential U.S. attacks.

Jan 6 • 09:01 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Colombia President Gustavo Petro responds to Donald Trump's threats

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has issued a response addressing the threats made by Donald Trump.

Jan 5 • 18:01 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Venezuela: What's happening at the Colombian–Venezuelan border?

The article discusses the current situation and developments at the border between Colombia and Venezuela.

Jan 5 • 17:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

The Colombian president responds to Trump's threats: 'Stop slandering me'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejected threats and accusations from former U.S. President Donald Trump, asserting that his name is not listed in legal documents related to drug trafficking.

Jan 5 • 05:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Trump threatens Petro for the third time in a month: "A operation in Colombia sounds good to me"

US President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric against Colombian President Gustavo Petro, accusing him without evidence of being involved in drug trafficking.

Jan 5 • 02:43 UTC

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