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Colombia & Venezuela

66 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated Aug 23, 2026

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International
Colombia: Colombia, through its President Gustavo Petro, has initiated a call for a criminal investigation against the United States and Donald Trump for the Caribbean strikes, highlighting deteriorating diplomatic ties.
Venezuela: Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro accused the United States of using drug trafficking allegations as a pretext for military operations to destabilize his government, and announced constitutional decrees to defend its sovereignty.
Sep 24, 2025 · 6 articles
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Colombia: The earthquake caused significant loss of life and widespread destruction, leading to a humanitarian crisis and economic strain. Colombia faces a massive reconstruction effort and has appealed for international aid and tariff relief.
Venezuela: The earthquake in Colombia drew comparisons to Venezuela's own recent quakes, highlighting its weaker disaster response and ongoing economic crisis.
Aug 13, 2026 · 93 articles
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Colombia: Colombia sent over 60 rescue workers to Venezuela.
Venezuela: Venezuela has been severely impacted by two powerful earthquakes, resulting in widespread destruction, a high death toll, and significant economic damage. The country is struggling with rescue efforts and faces a major humanitarian crisis, further exacerbating its existing economic and political turmoil.
Apr 20, 2026 · 323 articles
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Colombia: Colombia is shifting from a leftist government that severed ties with Israel to a right-wing administration that will open an embassy in Jerusalem, potentially resuming trade and diplomatic relations.
Venezuela: Venezuela may restore relations with Israel, as indicated by recent meetings and Israeli rescue efforts, potentially opening economic and diplomatic opportunities.
Jul 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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Colombia: Colombia is a major producer of cocaine, and the Trump administration has imposed sanctions on its President, Gustavo Petro, and his family over accusations of involvement in the global drug trade, escalating tensions.
Venezuela: Venezuela is a key focus of the U.S. military buildup and strikes, with speculation that the operations could be aimed at toppling its President, Nicolás Maduro.
Oct 24, 2025 · 8 articles
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International
Colombia: Colombia's new president Abelardo de la Espriella is pro-Trump, vowing to join the Shield of the Americas and revive oil and gas projects.
Venezuela: Venezuela's president was deposed by U.S. action, marking a significant geopolitical shift.
Apr 20, 2026 · 12 articles
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Accidents
Colombia: A Colombian rescue team successfully rescued an 11-year-old boy, Moises, from the rubble, demonstrating international cooperation in the relief efforts.
Venezuela: Venezuela experienced two powerful earthquakes, resulting in widespread destruction, thousands of deaths and injuries, and a severe humanitarian crisis. The country's infrastructure, particularly in Venezuela — La Guaira and Venezuela — Caracas, suffered extensive damage, and its already fragile healthcare system is overwhelmed. The economic losses are projected to exceed $10 billion.
Apr 20, 2026 · 403 articles
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Colombia: Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights is a separate diplomatic development that Netanyahu welcomed, but it is not directly part of the consular renewal.
Venezuela: Venezuela gains a consular channel with Israel, facilitating services for its citizens and continuing post-earthquake cooperation, which may help its international standing.
Aug 11, 2026 · 7 articles
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Colombia: The country is facing a wave of violence and political transition. The bombing underscores security challenges that could affect economic stability and foreign investment.
Venezuela: Neighboring country near the attack site, with border dynamics relevant to security and drug trafficking. The bombing may affect cross-border relations and security cooperation.
Aug 01, 2026 · 15 articles
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Colombia: The earthquake caused widespread destruction and loss of life, posing a major humanitarian and economic challenge. The government's response and reconstruction efforts will be closely watched.
Venezuela: The earthquake drew comparisons to Venezuela's recent devastating quakes, highlighting regional seismic vulnerability. Venezuela's own recovery efforts continue.
Aug 10, 2026 · 321 articles
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Colombia: Colombian nationals are among the deportees, indicating the program's reach into Latin America and potential effects on Colombian migrants.
Venezuela: Venezuelan nationals are among the deportees, reflecting the U.S. policy of sending migrants to third countries, which may affect Venezuela's diaspora and international relations.
Aug 18, 2026 · 27 articles
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International
Colombia: Colombia is the central partner, receiving aid and hosting joint operations, which may improve security but also increase domestic tensions and sovereignty concerns.
Venezuela: Venezuela is affected by the U.S. campaign, including the capture of its president, but is not a direct participant in the current expansion.
Aug 07, 2026 · 58 articles
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Colombia: Colombia is identified as the world's largest source of cocaine, with massive annual production that far exceeds the amounts seized by the U.S. Coast Guard, highlighting the scale of the drug problem despite U.S. efforts.
Venezuela: Venezuela was initially claimed by U.S. officials to be the focus of drug smuggling interdiction, despite being a marginal producer and primarily a transit hub for drugs to Europe and Africa.
May 29, 2026 · 6 articles
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Colombia: Launched a prevention campaign; many victims originated from Colombia.
Venezuela: Major source country for victims, highlighting ongoing trafficking issues.
Jul 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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Colombia: Colombia was affected by the earthquakes, with tremors felt strongly in several of its cities, though the direct impact was less severe than in Venezuela.
Venezuela: Venezuela was struck by two powerful earthquakes, resulting in widespread destruction, a high death toll, and significant injuries. The country's infrastructure, including its main airport, was severely damaged, exacerbating an existing economic crisis and requiring substantial international aid for recovery.
Jun 24, 2026 · 632 articles
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Colombia: Colombian nationals constituted the largest share (30%) of applicants to Spain's regularization scheme, highlighting the significant presence of Colombian immigrants in Spain.
Venezuela: Venezuelan nationals made up 10% of applicants to Spain's regularization scheme.
Jun 15, 2026 · 36 articles
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Accidents
Colombia: Provided international rescue teams.
Venezuela: The country is the epicenter of the disaster, suffering massive loss of life, infrastructure damage, and economic strain. The government's response is under scrutiny, and the event may influence international relations and sanctions policy.
Apr 20, 2026 · 271 articles
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Colombia: Colombia>>> is mentioned as another nation whose leader, Gustavo Petro>>>, had federal investigations paused by the Trump administration, suggesting a pattern in U.S. foreign policy.
Venezuela: Venezuela>>> is experiencing warming relations with the United States>>>, leading to lifted sanctions and potential U.S. investment, particularly in its petroleum reserves. This could bring economic stability and growth.
May 27, 2026 · 20 articles
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Colombia: Colombia is identified as a source country for cocaine that is smuggled through Venezuela to the Caribbean and Europe.
Venezuela: Venezuela is the origin point for some of the targeted drug smuggling boats, and its government has condemned the U.S. strikes as 'extrajudicial executions' while denying the presence of drug traffickers within its borders. The U.S. is also increasing pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Nov 07, 2025 · 7 articles
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Colombia: Country where plaintiff Kenemore was living before abduction near border.
Venezuela: Country whose former government is held liable; ongoing political and economic instability.
Jul 14, 2026 · 8 articles
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Domestic
Colombia: Colombian nationals, including an asylum seeker with a large evidence file, are affected by the expedited hearings and deportation orders.
Venezuela: Venezuelan nationals are among those ordered removed for failing to appear at hearings.
Aug 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Colombia: Colombia is mentioned as a recipient of increased U.S. humanitarian aid for earthquakes, part of broader regional cooperation.
Venezuela: Venezuela is mentioned as a recipient of increased U.S. humanitarian aid for earthquakes, part of broader regional cooperation.
Aug 19, 2026 · 7 articles
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Colombia: Colombia is holding a presidential election where pro-Trump candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has taken the lead, but the ruling party is sowing doubt in the results.
Venezuela: Venezuela's oil sector was previously assumed control of by the US after ousting its then-president, a scenario Donald Trump compared to his plans for Iran.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
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Colombia: Colombia is holding presidential elections amidst a resurgence of violence and a divided political landscape.
Venezuela: Venezuela is experiencing warming relations with the United States, as the Trump administration has instructed prosecutors to stand down on investigations into its acting president.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
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Domestic
Colombia: Mentioned in context of conservative shift; Abelardo de la Espriella elected.
Venezuela: Mentioned as example of leftist past; not directly involved.
Jul 28, 2026 · 27 articles
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Colombia: Trachoma remains endemic in rural and remote areas of Colombia.
Venezuela: Trachoma is suspected in Venezuela, with regional efforts to investigate.
Jul 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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Colombia: Colombia was mentioned as one of the countries Donald Trump has recently threatened, indicating a broader pattern of aggressive US foreign policy.
Jan 11, 2026 · 8 articles
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Oct 18, 2025 · 12 articles
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Oct 28, 2025 · 10 articles
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Dec 03, 2025 · 6 articles
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