Many blame Petro for the extreme levels of violence in Colombia in 2025, due to clashes among criminal groups. But the story dates back years.

BOGOTA, Colombia — The Colombian government’s delegation in peace talks with the National Liberation Army on Monday condemned an “armed strike” — which confines civilians to their homes and restricts ...

Colombias ELN rebels on Wednesday launched a three-day armed protest against the suspension of peace talks with the government, halting road traffic and daily activities in areas they control.

Colombia Peace Anniversary Colombia's President Gustavo Petro speaks at a ceremony marking the ninth anniversary of the signing of a peace deal between the state and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of ...

The Colombian government and the National Liberation Army (ELN) -- the country's last active guerrilla group -- Wednesday began the fourth round of peace talks amid an historic ceasefire between the ...

Colombia Peace Anniversary Colombia's President Gustavo Petro speaks at a ceremony marking the ninth anniversary of the signing of a peace deal between the state and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of ...