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Mint
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Mint
Miguel Uribe in critical condition; gun used to attack Colombian presidential candidate traced to US purchase
Colombia's left-wing president, Gustavo Petro, claimed on Monday that the security assigned to a presidential candidate, now critically wounded, had been 'oddly scaled back' ahead of the shooting, raising concerns of a possible conspiracy. Conservative senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe, 39, was shot twice in the head at close range by a 15-year-old suspected assassin while campaigning in Bogotá on Saturday. The attack has rocked the country, triggering widespread speculation about those responsible. Authorities suspect the teenager was a contract killer but acknowledge that the identity and motive of whoever ordered the hit remain unclear, AFP reported. According to police chief Carlos Triana, the Glock pistol that he is alleged to have used was purchased legally in the US state of Arizona in 2020. With Uribe fighting for his life in the hospital, Petro did little Monday to lower the political temperature. The president took to social media to accuse some opponents of politicising the tragedy. He also claimed that the number of bodyguards assigned to Uribe had been 'strangely reduced' from seven to three on the day of the attack, while calling for a full investigation. Petro said he was the subject of a bounty taken up by "dark forces" and neo-nazis, and was the target of an "extraction" plot pitched to Israeli foreign intelligence agency Mossad. Augusto Rodríguez, the head of Colombia's National Protection Unit (UNP), which is charged with protecting public figures, said three agents and four police officers protected Uribe on the day he was shot. Augusto Rodriguez admitted 'there were fewer people than there should have been' at the time of the attack because some had been working long hours the previous day. Colombian lawmakers are typically assigned seven bodyguards and a motorcade consisting of two armoured vehicles, AFP reported, citing government officials. Rodriguez—a trusted ally of President Petro and a former M-19 guerrilla—asserted that a police officer was in charge of coordinating security for the candidates. Over 20 formal requests to enhance Uribe's security had been ignored. At the same time, Miguel Uribe's lawyer filed a criminal complaint against Rodriguez, alleging that over 20 formal requests to enhance Uribe's security had been ignored.
Mint
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Mint
Miguel Uribe in critical condition; gun used for attacking Colombian presidential candidate traced to US purchase
Colombia's left-wing president claimed on Monday that the security assigned to a presidential candidate, now critically wounded, had been 'oddly scaled back' ahead of the shooting—raising concerns of a possible conspiracy. Conservative senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe, 39, was shot twice in the head at close range by a 15-year-old suspected assassin while campaigning in Bogotá on Saturday. The attack has rocked the country, triggering widespread speculation about those responsible. Authorities suspect the teenager was a contract killer but acknowledge that the identity and motive of whoever ordered the hit remain unclear, AFP reported. According to police chief Carlos Triana, the Glock pistol he is alleged to have used was purchased legally in the US state of Arizona in 2020. With Uribe fighting for his life in the hospital, Petro did little Monday to lower the political temperature. The president took to social media to accuse some opponents of politicising the tragedy. He also claimed that the number of bodyguards assigned to Uribe had been 'strangely reduced' from seven to three on the day of the attack while calling for a full investigation. Petro said he was the subject of a bounty taken up by "dark forces" and neo-nazis, and was the target of an "extraction" plot pitched to Israeli foreign intelligence agency Mossad. The head of Colombia's National Protection Unit, which is charged with protecting public figures, said three agents and four police officers protected Uribe on the day he was shot. Augusto Rodriguez admitted 'there were fewer people than there should have been' at the time of the attack because some had been working long hours the previous day. Colombian lawmakers are typically assigned seven bodyguards and a motorcade consisting of two armoured vehicles, AFP reported citing government officials. Rodriguez—a trusted ally of President Petro and a former M-19 guerrilla—asserted that a police officer was in charge of coordinating security for the candidates. Over 20 formal requests to enhance Uribe's security had been ignored. At the same time, Miguel Uribe's lawyer filed a criminal complaint against Rodriguez, alleging that over 20 formal requests to enhance Uribe's security had been ignored. The number of bodyguards assigned to Uribe had been 'strangely reduced' from seven to three on the day of the attack. Key Takeaways The attack on Miguel Uribe raises serious concerns about political safety and security measures in Colombia. Investigations are necessary to determine the motives and individuals behind the assassination attempt. The link between gun purchases in the US and violence in Colombia highlights ongoing issues related to gun control and international arms trafficking.
The Sun
a day ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Colombia president hints at conspiracy after candidate shot
BOGOTÁ: Colombia's leftist leader claimed Monday that a gravely injured presidential candidate's security detail was 'strangely reduced' before he was shot, stoking suggestions of an elaborate plot. Conservative senator Miguel Uribe, 39, was shot twice in the head at close range by a 15-year-old alleged hitman while campaigning Saturday in Bogota. The brazen attack has stunned Colombians and prompted febrile speculation about who was responsible. Authorities allege the suspect was a hired gun, but admit they still have few clues about who hired him or their motive. The Glock pistol he is alleged to have used was purchased legally in the US state of Arizona in 2020, according to police chief Carlos Triana. With Uribe fighting for his life in the hospital, Petro did little Monday to lower the political temperature. The president took to social media to accuse some opponents of politicizing the tragedy. He also claimed that the number of bodyguards assigned to Uribe had been 'strangely reduced' from seven to three on the day of the attack, while calling for a full investigation. Petro said he himself was the subject of a bounty taken up by 'dark forces' and neo-nazis, and was the target of an 'extraction' plot pitched to Israeli foreign intelligence agency Mossad. Petro's opponents have accused the pugilistic left-wing leader of creating fertile ground for political violence. Petro has denied such allegations and joined politicians from across the political spectrum in denouncing the attack on Uribe. Explanations The head of Colombia's National Protection Unit, which is charged with protecting public figures, said three agents and four police officers protected Uribe on the day he was shot. Augusto Rodriguez admitted 'there were fewer people than there should have been' at the time of the attack because some had been working long hours the previous day. Lawmakers in Colombia usually have a detail of seven bodyguards and a motorcade of two armored cars, according to government officials. Rodriguez, a close confidant of Petro and fellow ex-M-19 guerrilla, insisted that a police officer was responsible for security coordination. Meanwhile a lawyer for Uribe lodged a criminal complaint against Rodriguez, stating there had been more than 20 requests to strengthen his client's security detail that had gone unheard.
Straits Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Colombia president hints at conspiracy after candidate Miguel Uribe shot
Authorities allege the suspect was a hired gun, but admit they still have few clues about who hired him or their motive. PHOTO: EPA-EFE BOGOTÁ, Colombia - Colombia's leftist leader claimed on June 9 that a gravely injured presidential candidate's security detail was 'strangely reduced' before he was shot, stoking suggestions of an elaborate plot. Conservative senator Miguel Uribe, 39, was shot twice in the head at close range by a 15-year-old alleged hitman while campaigning on June 7 in Bogotá. The brazen attack has stunned Colombians and prompted febrile speculation about who was responsible. Authorities allege the suspect was a hired gun, but admit they still have few clues about who hired him or their motive. The Glock pistol he is alleged to have used was purchased legally in the US state of Arizona in 2020, according to police chief Carlos Triana. With Mr Uribe fighting for his life in the hospital, President Gustavo Petro did little on June 9 to lower the political temperature. The president took to social media to accuse some opponents of politicising the tragedy. He also claimed that the number of bodyguards assigned to Mr Uribe had been 'strangely reduced' from seven to three on the day of the attack, while calling for a full investigation. Mr Petro said he himself was the subject of a bounty taken up by 'dark forces' and neo-nazis, and was the target of an 'extraction' plot pitched to Israeli foreign intelligence agency Mossad. Mr Petro's opponents have accused the pugilistic left-wing leader of creating fertile ground for political violence. Mr Petro has denied such allegations and joined politicians from across the political spectrum in denouncing the attack on Mr Uribe. Explanations The head of Colombia's National Protection Unit, which is charged with protecting public figures, said three agents and four police officers protected Mr Uribe on the day he was shot. Mr Augusto Rodriguez admitted 'there were fewer people than there should have been' at the time of the attack because some had been working long hours the previous day. Lawmakers in Colombia usually have a detail of seven bodyguards and a motorcade of two armored cars, according to government officials. Mr Rodriguez, a close confidant of Mr Petro and fellow ex-M-19 guerrilla, insisted that a police officer was responsible for security coordination. Meanwhile, a lawyer for Mr Uribe lodged a criminal complaint against Mr Rodriguez, stating there had been more than 20 requests to strengthen his client's security detail that had gone unheard. AFP Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
News.com.au
25-04-2025
- Politics
- News.com.au
Australian election 2025: Campaigning on day 28 suspended for Anzac Day
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have attended Anzac Day Dawn Services to mark the 110th anniversary of the devastating Gallipoli landings in World War One. Both the Prime Minister and Opposition Leader will suspend campaigning for the May 3 election on Friday as Australians honour those who have served their country in war and peacetime. Mr Albanese was at the national service at the War Memorial in Canberra, while Mr Dutton attended a service in his electorate of Dickson in northern Brisbane. In his dedication to the Anzacs, the Prime Minister said 'their spirit' was still felt to this day. 'We wish to be worthy of their great sacrifice,' he said. 'Let us therefore once more, dedicate ourselves to the ideals for which they died as the dawn is even now about to pierce the dark. 'So let their memory inspire us to work for the coming new life into the dark places of the world.' Mr Dutton has laid a wreath in honour of the Anzacs during a ceremony at the Pine Rivers District RSL Memorial Gardens in his home electorate of Dickson. The Opposition Leader was the third person to place a wreath under the sounds of bagpipes, followed by representatives of former premier Steven Miles and Queensland Police, as well as others. More than a hundred people attended the simple ceremony in the Brisbane suburbs of Kallangur, braving the inclement weather. Dozens more lined up in the street outside the Norths Leagues and Services Club throughout proceedings. Mr Dutton is attended a second Anzac Day event in Samford on the outskirts of Brisbane. A planned flyover was unfortunately cancelled as another weather front bore down on Brisbane. It didn't put a damper on the children's choir, nor the enthusiasm of the scores of school kids and scouts. After the youngsters had read two poems, Mr Dutton joined RSL notables in laying a wreath. The Opposition Leader is expected to fly later today to Townsville, something he let slip earlier in the day. 'A stain': Dutton slams neo-nazi Anzac Day shock Peter Dutton has slammed neo-nazis in Australia as a 'disgrace' after the Welcome To Country was hoped by hecklers at an Anzac Day event in Melbourne. The address by Gunditjmara man Uncle Mark Brown at the Shrine of Remembrance was interrupted when members of the crowd began to jeer and heckle. The hecklers reportedly demanded the Welcome To Country be stopped, but were drowned out by the crowd during the dawn service on Friday morning. 'To see any instance, whatsoever, of neo-nazis in our country is just a disgrace,' the Opposition Leader said. 'They have no place at all, and they're a stain on our national fabric and they are not part of the Australian culture.' Mr Dutton said nothing should overshadow 'what it is to be here to commemorate and to celebrate the contribution over successive generations of those that have served in uniform'. 'Our greatest Australians are the Anzacs, and I absolutely condemn any action from neo-nazis or those people who would seek to disrupt Anzac Day Services.' Asked specifically about the Welcome To Country, Mr Dutton said it was 'an important part of official ceremonies and it should be respected'. 'I don't agree with the booing, and I don't agree in our democracy that people can't accept the views of others,' Mr Dutton said. 'One of the reasons we're standing here freely, and one of the reasons we live in the best country in the world is that our diggers … fought for our right to express our view. 'We have a proud indigenous heritage in this country, and we should be proud to celebrate it as part of today, and we should always remember that, and remind ourselves as we did at the (Sydney) Opera House last night that Indigenous Australians played a very significant part and still do today in the ranks of the Australian Defence Force.' Dutton suffers another polling 9 days out The Coalition has suffered another hit in the opinion polls, with Labor widening its critical gap just nine days out from the election. Labor now has a two-party preferred lead over the Coalition of 53.5 per cent to 46.5 per cent, according to the latest YouGov poll released on Friday. The result is the government's strongest performance since winning government in May 2022 and reflected a 0.5 per cent increase since polling released just a week ago. The Coalition has also suffered another hit to its primary vote, declining two points to 31 per cent. If replicated at the election of May 3, this would be the lowest primary vote since 1944, when Robert Menzies founded the Liberal Party. Conversely, Labor has increased its primary vote lead by 0.5 per cent to 33.5 per cent, also surpassing the Coalition for the first time this terms. YouGov's director of public data Paul Smith said Labor was ahead in all states except for Queensland. Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton is also leading in approval ratings, with a net satisfaction of -7, to the Opposition Leader's -18. The new polling comes as millions of Australians set to cast their ballots in pre-polls.
