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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.

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.

Colombia is seeing rising violence and growing illegal armed groups ahead of presidential elections, as authorities point to alias “Marlon” as responsible for the attack.

Record homicides and guerilla expansion challenge Colombia's security under the current president, impacting international investment and regional stability.

Until now, Colombia's current president has not been seriously tied to narcotics, however he once belonged to a homicidal guerilla group.

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro campaigned on a promise of "Total Peace" but guerilla groups are thriving during his term, showing no interest in ceasing crime or terrorism.

Colombia's "Total Peace" plan faces challenges as armed groups fragment over drug and gold profits, hindering President Petro's peace negotiations.

The wild claim came during the appointment ceremony of new National Police head, Brigadier General Carlos Fernando Triana.

Gustavo Petro: "Cocaine is illegal because it is made in Latin America, not because it is worse than whiskey."