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Car-bomb attack targets southwest Colombia a day after conservative president takes office

Global News · Aug 8, 2026, 10:44 PM UTC

A car bomb exploded in southwestern Colombia on Saturday, injuring two people, a day after newly sworn-in President Abelardo de la Espriella vowed to crack down on armed groups.

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