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Colombian Attack on Venezuelan Activists Sparks Outrage and Calls for Justice

10/14/2025

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A targeted Bogotá attack on October 13, 2025 injured Yendri Velasquez (Venezuelan human rights activist) and Luis Peche, a Venezuelan political consultant; both are stable, with Velasquez set for surgery.
Maria Corina Machado (Venezuelan opposition leader) condemned the attack and linked it to repression.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Venezuelans seeking asylum are welcome and pledged protections.
The Colombian Ombudsman's Office condemned the violence and urged an investigation.

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A targeted Bogotá attack on October 13, 2025 injured Yendri Velasquez (Venezuelan human rights activist) and Luis Peche, a Venezuelan political consultant; both are stable, with Velasquez set for surgery.
Maria Corina Machado (Venezuelan opposition leader) condemned the attack and linked it to repression.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Venezuelans seeking asylum are welcome and pledged protections.
The Colombian Ombudsman's Office condemned the violence and urged an investigation.