WASHINGTON — Luis Enrique Linero Pinto, also known as “El Calvo,” 41, of Colombia, has pleaded guilty in court in El Paso, Texas, today after being extradited from Colombia for his role in a dangerous ...

Event: There is an elevated risk of attacks in Cesar Department by illegal armed groups, including the National Liberation ...

Worldwide Caution: The Department of State advises Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution.

Keep a Low Profile: Don’t wear jewelry, luxury watches, or designer clothing; they make you an easy target. Don’t use your cell phone on sidewalks or near the street, step into a shop or secure ...

Worldwide Caution: The Department of State advises Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution.

Event: According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Choco, Colombia at 7:34 a.m. local time on August 10, 2026. The epicenter was approximately 3 miles east of San Jose ...

Comply with local authorities. Monitor local media for updates. Avoid demonstrations. Keep your car doors locked and your windows closed. Maintain a high level of vigilance, especially in public areas ...

Violent crime is common in many areas of Colombia, including murder, assault, and robbery. Other crimes, such as drugging, extortion, kidnapping, and armed break-ins—including at hotels and other ...

Event: An earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, August 10. New or updated information below is indicated in bold. We continue to monitor the situation in Colombia closely and will keep you updated so ...

Event: U.S. Embassy Bogota is aware of eight suspicious deaths of private U.S. citizens in Medellin between November 1 and December 31, 2023. The deaths appear to involve either involuntary drugging ...