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Colombia's Political Crisis: Ex-Minister Accused of Coup Plot

7/6/2025

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Colombia is reeling from a political scandal as former foreign minister Álvaro Leyva faces serious allegations of plotting to unseat President Gustavo Petro with U.S. backing. His dismissal has ignited diplomatic strife with the U.S. and triggered investigations into corruption and coup conspiracies, putting Colombia's international relations in jeopardy.

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Colombia is reeling from a political scandal as former foreign minister Álvaro Leyva faces serious allegations of plotting to unseat President Gustavo Petro with U.S. backing. His dismissal has ignited diplomatic strife with the U.S. and triggered investigations into corruption and coup conspiracies, putting Colombia's international relations in jeopardy.