President Gustavo Petro has repeatedly been reported to Colombia’s House Investigation and Accusation Committee over social media posts that complainants argue improperly influence electoral politics despite legal restrictions on public officials.
As part of his “Total Peace” policy, President Gustavo Petro is seeking a temporary concentration zone for the Clan del Golfo, Colombia’s largest drug-trafficking group.
A post by President Gustavo Petro on X describing Bolivia as experiencing a “popular uprising” escalated diplomatic tensions between the two countries, leading both governments to expel each other’s diplomatic representatives.
The ceasefire, set to run from May 30 to June 2, 2026, includes a halt to offensive military actions by the guerrilla group against voters and Colombian security forces during the election period.
Leftist candidate Iván Cepeda continues to lead presidential pre-elections polls, followed by right-wing senator Paloma Valencia and far-right contender Abelardo de la Espriella.
A tariff dispute between Colombia and Ecuador escalated to 100% duties on Colombian imports after Ecuador cited a lack of cooperation on border security.