Abelardo de la Espriella

Colombia continues search and rescue operations after earthquake, over 160 killed

The 7.4-magnitude earthquake tore through Colombia's coffee-growing heartland early on Monday, killing at least 164 people.

|ByREUTERS
Volunteers and emergency personnel gather at the site of a collapsed building following an earthquake, in Cali, Colombia, August 10, 2026.
Colombian Vice President José Manuel Restrepo alongside Israeli and Colombian officials ahead of the presidential inauguration ceremony, August 7, 2026.

Colombia, Israel look to expand cooperation as Sa'ar meets Colombian VP, senior officials

“You designated 2026 as a year for expanding its ties with Latin America,” Colombian Vice President José Manuel Restrepo said during the meeting.

|ByARIELLA ROITMAN