Colombia, Uribe and Shot
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An assassination attempt on presidential candidate Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay shook Colombia on Saturday, reviving painful memories of the political violence that has scarred the nation.
Videos captured the chaotic aftermath of the Miguel Uribe Turbay shooting scene in Colombia as his wife posted an update on his condition, revealing that he is fighting for his life.. Uribe is a senator and potential presidential candidate in Colombia.
Uribe, 39, who is running in Colombia’s 2026 presidential election, was speaking at a campaign event when he was shot, according to NBC News. He is a member of the conservative Democratic Center party, founded by former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe, of no relation.