Colombia is reeling after Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, a presidential candidate targeted in a campaign shooting two months ago, succumbed to his injuries early Monday. The tragedy has plunged the nation into mourning and raised urgent questions about political stability ahead of elections.
Uribe Turbay, known for his reformist agenda, was attacked while rallying supporters in a rural region. His death marks one of the most high-profile acts of political violence in Colombia’s recent history, reviving fears of escalating tensions in a country still grappling with decades of internal conflict.
🌐 Why it matters: With elections approaching, activists warn this could embolden armed groups seeking to disrupt democracy. Social media is flooded with tributes using #JusticiaParaMiguel, while analysts debate whether this signals a dangerous new chapter for Latin America’s fourth-largest economy.
Young Colombians we spoke to expressed frustration: "We’re tired of violence dictating our future," said María, a 24-year-old student in Bogotá. Meanwhile, global leaders have condemned the attack, calling for strengthened protections for political candidates worldwide.
