Abelardo de la Espriella & Nicolás Maduro

Abelardo de la Espriella: Colombia's new president has aligned with the U.S., authorizing joint operations and receiving $1 billion in aid, which may boost his domestic security agenda but also risks backlash.

Nicolás Maduro: The deposed Venezuelan president was captured in a U.S. raid, a key event in the broader campaign, but he is not directly involved in the current expansion.

Abelardo de la Espriella: As the newly inaugurated president, he faced his first major crisis. His leadership during the disaster will likely shape his presidency and public perception.

Nicolás Maduro: Former president under whose tenure economic crisis hollowed out Venezuela's response capacity, indirectly affecting the earthquake response.

Abelardo de la Espriella: De la Espriella is the new pro-Trump president of Colombia, promising to ease regulations and revive oil and gas.

Nicolás Maduro: Maduro was deposed in January, a key event in the U.S. policy shift.

Abelardo de la Espriella: As the newly inaugurated president, he is leading the government's response, announcing reconstruction plans and appealing to the U.S. for tariff suspension. His handling of the crisis will likely affect his political standing and market confidence.

Nicolás Maduro: His capture by Washington has led to a rapprochement, but Venezuela's economic woes continue.

Abelardo de la Espriella: Colombia's President-elect will open an embassy in Jerusalem and restore relations with Israel, a major policy reversal.

Nicolás Maduro: Former Venezuelan president was ousted by Trump, leading to a potential thaw with Israel.

Abelardo de la Espriella: Abelardo de la Espriella>>> is a leading candidate in the Colombian presidential election, advocating for a tough-on-crime approach similar to Nayib Bukele>>>. His unexpected lead in the first round has shifted the political landscape, making him the likely favorite for the runoff.

Nicolás Maduro: Nicolás Maduro>>> is the ousted president of Venezuela, and Alex Saab>>> is described as his close ally.

Abelardo de la Espriella: Abelardo de la Espriella, a pro-Trump candidate, has taken the lead in Colombia's presidential race, setting up a runoff election.

Nicolás Maduro: Nicolás Maduro>>>, the former president of Venezuela>>>, was captured, leading to Delcy Rodríguez>>>'s succession and subsequent policy changes.