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Colombia vs. France—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

France won its first match of 2026 on Thursday, but Colombia slipped to defeat.

Sports Illustrated

Colombia holds ceremony for 69 killed in military plane crash

Colombia has held a ceremony to honor 69 security force members killed in a military plane crash earlier this week

The Independent UK

Great Moments in Unintended Consequences: Colombian Coca, Seattle PayUp Law, Dog Bombs (Vol. 21)

Good intentions, bad results.

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2026 World Cup Kits: Confirmed and Leaked Home Jerseys

Every nation not only wants to win, they want to look good in the process.

Sports Illustrated

Body found in search for missing American Airlines flight attendant in Colombia

The flight attendant’s boyfriend and best friend previously told news outlets that his sudden cutoff of communication was highly unusual

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

Texas-based flight attendant disappears during Colombia layover

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American Airlines flight attendant from Dallas vanishes on layover in Colombia

Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina arrived in Medellín Saturday night on a flight from Miami and was supposed to return the following day

The Independent UK

Ten MLS Stars Facing High-Stakes Matches in March International Window

Over 150 MLS players will compete in the March international window ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Colombia investigates military plane crash that killed 69 as doctors identify victims

Forensic experts in the Colombian capital are working to identify the remains of a military transport plane crash that killed 69 security forces, while aviation experts investigate the accident

The Independent UK

Colombian President Gustavo Petro Reportedly Labeled 'Priority Target' by DEA

DEA records show Gustavo Petro's name has surfaced in multiple investigations dating back to 2022, many based on interviews with confidential informants accusing him of having ties with drug cartels.

Latin Times

More than 60 people killed as plane crashes in Amazon moments after take-off

Videos show the burning wreckage engulfed in flames amongst trees in southern Colombia, with rescuers combing through the debris for survivors

The Independent UK

Furious Colombian president criticises secondhand military aircraft after dozens killed in crash

Officials continue to investigate the crash of a military transport plane that killed dozens of soldiers

The Independent UK

Colombian president questions use of secondhand planes by nation's military following deadly crash

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has questioned the use of secondhand planes by his nation’s armed forces

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Euronews

Burning wreckage seen after Colombian military plane crash

Images from the scene showed civilians clambering around the broken tail of the aircraft as smoke and flames billowed above the trees.

The Times of India

Military plane carrying troops crashes in Colombia: Death toll climbs to 66, many injured

A Colombian Air Force Hercules C-130 plane crash near the Peruvian border has claimed 66 lives, with many more injured. The aircraft reportedly struck a tree during takeoff, leading to a devastating fire and detonation of onboard explosives. Local residents were the first responders, aiding injured soldiers before military vehicles…

The Independent UK

Military plane with 125 aboard crashes in Colombia. At least 77 injured

Colombian officials say that a military cargo plane with 125 people, most of them soldiers, crashed shortly after taking off in southwestern Colombia

The Guardian - UK

At least 66 killed after Colombian military plane crashes in southern Amazon

Transport plane carrying soldiers and crew crashed shortly after takeoff from Puerto Leguízamo, deep in Colombia’s southern Amazon region

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The Times of India

Colombian military Hercules plane with 110 soldiers on board erupts in flames after crash — watch

A Lockheed Martin Hercules C-130 aircraft carrying approximately 110 soldiers crashed in southern Colombia near the Peruvian border. The accident occurred during takeoff from Puerto Leguizamo, with video footage showing the plane engulfed in flames. The exact number of victims and the cause of the crash are still under investigation.

Latin Times

Colombian President Petro Takes Aim At Marco Rubio: 'Being Latino Is Not About Trampling Over Each Other'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro took aim at Secretary of State Marco Rubio as he continues to criticize the Trump administration's foreign policy.

International Business Times UK

British Newlywed, 30, Swept to Death in Cartagena, Colombia — Locals Issue Safety Warning After Tourist Drownings

A British newlywed drowned in Cartagena after rough Caribbean waves. Authorities strongly warn tourists to follow coastal safety rules to prevent accidents

Latin Times

Mexico Arrests Alleged Cartel Ringleader 'Lobo Menor' Linked to Killing of Ecuadorian Presidential Candidate

Mexican authorities arrested a man wanted in Colombia and Ecuador for allegedly carrying out the assassination of Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio in 2023.

The Times of India

US names Colombian President Gustavo Petro as 'priority target' - what is the DEA case against him?

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has been named a “priority target” by the US Drug Enforcement Administration as federal prosecutors in New York examine alleged links between him and drug traffickers. The probe, based on informant inputs and ongoing questioning of traffickers, includes claims of cartel connections, bribery attempts to block…

Latin Times

Colombian President Petro Rejects U.S. Investigation Over Potential Drug Trafficking Ties: 'Never In My Life'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejected the U.S. investigations against him over potential ties with drug traffickers, saying he has never spoken to anyone involved in such activities in his life.

Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Spain, Argentina Favorites; Norway the Dark Horses

Traditional powerhouses and emerging nations will be in contention for soccer’s grand prize.

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