Honduran politician and construction businessman, president since 2026
Colombia’s presidential runoff winner is under pressure over US citizenship and possible conflicts of interest. Senator Iván Cepeda has urged Abelardo de la Espriella to renounce his US citizenship and clarify whether he is an agent of the United States. Cepeda warns of civil disobedience if legality conditions are not met.
Colombia has elected far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella in a razor-thin runoff that has polarised politics. Outgoing president Gustavo Petro has accused external interference and data-driven tactics while the new president promises tough security, energy expansion and tax cuts. Congress remains dominated by Petro’s allies, setting up institutional clashes.
Hernández returns home to Honduras to face corruption charges as Pandora Case investigations continue. A U.S. conviction has been pardoned, while observers warn of potential impunity on Honduran soil amid political pressures and ongoing trials.
Brazilian President Lula Da Silva is defending sovereignty as talks with the US fray over election interference fears. Milei’s rhetoric and Bolsonaros’ campaign moves intensify regional tensions ahead of Brazil’s October vote. Diplomatic spats include visa revocations and downgrades, amid a broader regional shift toward conservative leadership.
Petro claims thousands of tally sheets were manipulated after counts were transmitted, a charge rejected by electoral authorities and international observers as Colombia prepares to inaugurate the new president after a tightly contested election.