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I’m a freelance journalist based in Bogota, Colombia where I've been living for the past five years, covering stories like the Venezuelan refugee crisis, the cocaine trade and post conflict recovery. I'm available for live reports and can also shoot video for you. I own a Sony A7 Camera, a Sony PXW a Mavic Pro drone and a GoPro. I'm a regular contributor for the Associated Press and TRT World. I've also worked with the Christian Science Monitor, BBC World Service, Univision and the International Federation of the Red Cross. If you'd like to see some samples of my work please visit: https://mrueda.wordpress.com I have dual Colombian and Venezuelan citizenship, which makes it easy to head to that country for assignments. I'm available for work throughout Latin America. Last year, I produced video and text stories in Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia and Brazil. I'm a graduate of Columbia Journalism School in New York.
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Colombia threatens to break ties with Israel if it doesn't comply with a UN cease-fire resolution
Colombian President Gustavo Petro threatened to sever diplomatic relations with Israel unless it adheres to a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in the Gaza Strip. Israel's Foreign Ministry responded by accusing Petro of supporting Hamas, which they blame for an attack on Israeli communities. Relations between Colombia and Israel have soured since Petro's election, with Colombia suspending military purchases and Israel halting defense cooperation. Colombia's defense capabilities may be at risk due to reliance on Israeli military technology and equipment.
Colombia Threatens to Break Ties with Israel if it Doesn’t Comply with a UN Cease
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has threatened to sever diplomatic ties with Israel if it does not comply with a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. Petro, a long-time supporter of the Palestinian cause, has described Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide. Israel's Foreign Ministry responded by accusing Petro of supporting Hamas terrorists and criticized his stance as a disgrace to Colombians. The diplomatic rift marks a significant shift from the historically close military and commercial relations between the two nations. The deterioration in relations could impact Colombia's defense capabilities, which rely heavily on Israeli military equipment and technology.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks in Bogota aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. Despite a 2016 peace deal reducing homicides, violence persists in rural areas due to groups like FARC-EMC, the National Liberation Army, and the Gulf Clan. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups under the 'Total Peace' plan, though critics argue cease-fires have not stopped attacks on civilians. Talks also include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to address violence in rural areas. The cease-fire requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to threaten community leaders or restrict villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, led by commanders who rejected the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups contributing to increased violence in some regions. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with various groups under the 'Total Peace' plan, despite criticism that previous cease-fires have been ineffective. The talks include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas and reduce deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
The Colombian government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to address violence in rural areas. The cease-fire requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to threaten community leaders or restrict villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, led by commanders who rejected the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups contributing to violence in regions left by the main FARC group. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with various groups under the 'Total Peace' plan, despite criticism that previous cease-fires have been ineffective. The talks include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas and reduce deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to reduce rural violence. The extension requires rebels to stop attacking civilians and not to threaten community leaders or restrict villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, led by commanders who rejected the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups contributing to increased violence in some rural areas. President Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups as part of the 'Total Peace' plan, despite criticism that previous cease-fires have not prevented attacks on the population. The current talks may include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
The Colombian government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to address rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and refrain from threatening community leaders or restricting villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, consisting of approximately 3,500 fighters, is a splinter group from the main FARC, which signed a peace deal in 2016. Despite a decrease in homicides since the 2016 agreement, violence has surged in some rural areas due to territorial disputes among various groups. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups as part of a
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
The Colombian government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to address violence in rural areas. The cease-fire requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to restrict community leaders or villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, consisting of about 3,500 fighters, is a splinter group from the main FARC, which signed a peace deal in 2016. Despite a decrease in homicides since the deal, violence persists in some regions due to territorial disputes among various groups. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups as part of a 'Total Peace' plan, despite criticism that cease-fires have been ineffective in preventing rebel attacks on the population. The talks may include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas and reduce deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to reduce violence in rural areas. The cease-fire requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to threaten community leaders or restrict villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, led by commanders who rejected the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups contributing to violence in rural Colombia. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups as part of the 'Total Peace' plan, despite criticism that previous cease-fires have been ineffective. The talks include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to reduce violence in rural areas. The cease-fire requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to threaten community leaders or restrict villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, led by commanders who rejected the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups contributing to violence in rural Colombia. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups as part of the 'Total Peace' plan, despite criticism that previous cease-fires have not effectively protected the population. The talks include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
The Colombian government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to address violence in rural areas. The extension requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and refrain from threatening community leaders or restricting villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, consisting of approximately 3,500 fighters, is a splinter group from the main FARC, which signed a peace deal in 2016. Despite a decrease in homicides since the deal, violence persists in some regions due to territorial disputes among various groups. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups as part of the
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
The Colombian government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to address rural violence. The extension requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to restrict community leaders or villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, consisting of about 3,500 fighters, is a splinter group from the main FARC, which signed a peace deal in 2016. Despite a decrease in homicides since the deal, violence persists in some rural areas. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with various groups under the 'Total Peace' plan, despite criticism that cease-fires have been ineffective in preventing rebel activities such as recruitment and extortion. The current talks include discussions on economic projects and deforestation reduction.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks in Bogota aimed at reducing violence in rural areas. The extension requires the rebels to stop attacks on civilians in their controlled territories. Despite a decrease in homicides since the 2016 peace deal, violence has increased in some rural regions due to conflicts among groups like FARC-EMC, the National Liberation Army, and the Gulf Clan over territory left by the FARC.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
The Colombian government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to address violence in rural areas. The extension requires the rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to restrict the movement of villagers. The FARC-EMC, consisting of about 3,500 fighters, is a splinter group from the main FARC faction that did not participate in the 2016 peace deal. Despite a decrease in homicides since the peace deal, violence has increased in some rural areas due to territorial disputes among various groups. President Gustavo Petro's administration is pursuing peace talks with these groups as part of a 'Total Peace' plan, but there is criticism over the effectiveness of cease-fires. The current talks may include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural regions.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks in Bogota aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. Despite a decrease in homicides since the 2016 peace deal, violence persists in rural areas where groups like FARC-EMC, the National Liberation Army, and the Gulf Clan vie for control. The government, under President Gustavo Petro's 'Total Peace' plan, is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups fighting over territory in rural Colombia. The government is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks in Bogota aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, a splinter group of the main FARC, did not join the 2016 peace deal. Despite a decrease in homicides since 2016, violence persists in rural areas. The government is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and sustainable development to decrease deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and refrain from threatening community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform these regions. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not effectively protected civilians.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to fight over territory with other groups. The government is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, aiming to reduce violence in rural areas. The cease-fire requires the rebels to cease attacks on civilians in their controlled areas. Despite a decrease in homicides since the 2016 peace deal, violence has increased in some rural regions where groups like the FARC-EMC, National Liberation Army, and Gulf Clan vie for control.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to fight over territory with other groups. The government is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also holding peace talks with other rebel groups as part of President Gustavo Petro's 'Total Peace' plan. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety. Discussions include economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas.
Colombia threatens to break ties with Israel if it doesn't comply with a UN cease-fire resolution
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has threatened to sever diplomatic ties with Israel if it does not comply with a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. Petro, a supporter of the Palestinian cause, has previously suspended military purchases from Israel and described its actions in Gaza as genocide. Israel's Foreign Ministry responded by accusing Petro of supporting Hamas terrorists and suspended defense cooperation with Colombia. The deterioration in relations jeopardizes Colombia's defense capabilities, which rely heavily on Israeli military equipment and technology.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. Despite a 2016 peace deal reducing homicides, violence persists in rural areas where groups like FARC-EMC, the National Liberation Army, and the Gulf Clan vie for control. President Gustavo Petro's 'Total Peace' plan faces criticism for not effectively stopping attacks on civilians. Talks also include discussions on economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to fight over territory with other groups. The government is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks in Bogota aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups fighting over territory in rural Colombia. The government is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform rural areas. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, is one of several groups fighting over territory in rural Colombia. The government is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform rural areas. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The government, led by President Gustavo Petro, is also engaging in peace talks with other rebel groups as part of the 'Total Peace' plan. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety. Discussions include economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and refrain from threatening community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform these regions. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety, with rebels exploiting the situation for recruitment and extortion.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The government, led by President Gustavo Petro, is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform rural areas. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted violence against civilians.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The government, led by President Gustavo Petro, is also engaging in peace talks with other rebel groups like the National Liberation Army and the Gulf Clan. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted civilian safety, with rebels exploiting the situation for recruitment and extortion. The talks also aim to implement economic and sustainable development projects in rural areas.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also holding peace talks with other groups like the National Liberation Army and the Gulf Clan. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted civilian safety. Discussions include economic projects and sustainable development to transform rural areas.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The government, led by President Gustavo Petro, is also engaging in peace talks with other rebel groups as part of the 'Total Peace' plan. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety. The talks will also address economic and sustainable development projects to transform rural areas.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and refrain from threatening community leaders. The government, led by President Gustavo Petro, is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform rural areas. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety, with rebels exploiting the situation to recruit and extort. The talks are part of Petro's 'Total Peace' plan, which includes negotiations with other rebel groups.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also discussing economic projects to transform rural areas and decrease deforestation. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform these regions. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety, with rebels exploiting the situation for recruitment and extortion.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at reducing rural violence. The cease-fire requires rebels to cease attacks on civilians and not threaten community leaders. The FARC-EMC, which did not join the 2016 peace deal, continues to be active in rural areas. The government is also discussing economic and sustainable development projects to transform these regions. Critics argue that previous cease-fires have not significantly impacted community safety, with rebels exploiting the situation for recruitment and extortion.
Colombia extends cease-fire with FARC splinter group in bid to reduce rural violence
Colombia's government has extended a cease-fire with the FARC-EMC rebel group until July 15, as peace talks continue in Bogota to reduce violence in rural areas. The extension requires rebels to stop attacks on civilians and not to threaten community leaders or restrict villagers' movements. The FARC-EMC, comprising about 3,500 fighters, is a splinter group from the main FARC, which signed a peace deal in 2016. Despite a decrease in homicides since the deal, violence persists in some regions due to territorial disputes among various groups. President Petro's
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The article discusses the issue of diphtheria, a potentially deadly disease, and its relation to Cucuta, a busy border town known for its black market activities involving smuggled goods from Venezuela. The focus of the article seems to be on the public health aspect of the town and the measures being taken to prevent the spread of diseases like diphtheria. Additionally, it is mentioned that the anti-narcotics police in the South American country have contracted a local company to test drones, which could imply a measure to combat smuggling or related illegal activities.
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