The Cuban regime expressed its “strong rejection” of the attack this Saturday against Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay.
“ We express our strongest condemnation of the attack against Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay. We extend our solidarity and hope for a swift recovery. Latin America and the Caribbean must continue to be a Zone of Peace,” said the regime's Chancellor Bruno Rodríguez Parilla on X.
A daytime attack
Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, one of the most prominent figures in the opposition to President Gustavo Petro and a presidential candidate for 2026, was the victim of a shooting attack during a political rally on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in El Golfito Park, Modelia neighborhood, Fontibón locality, in western Bogotá.
A minor, the alleged author
According to preliminary reports, the attacker is a 15-year-old who shot Uribe Turbay in the back. The minor was detained at the scene by authorities and is in police custody. Two other people, a man and a woman attending the political event, were also injured in the shooting.
Critical health condition
The politician was immediately taken to the Engativá Medical Center and later referred to the Santa Fe Foundation, where he underwent neurosurgical and vascular surgeries. The latest medical report indicates that he remains in critical condition, with a reserved prognosis.
Immediate political reactions
The president Gustavo Petro condemned the attack and called for respect for life and the democratic process. He suspended an official trip to France and convened an extraordinary security council. The Ministry of Defense announced a reward of 3 billion Colombian pesos (approximately 728,000 US dollars) for information that could clarify what happened. Various leaders from both the opposition and the ruling party expressed their solidarity with Uribe Turbay and demanded a swift and thorough investigation.
The incident has raised concern in the country, where many recall the political assassinations of the 1980s and 1990s. Analysts and public figures have warned of the risk of an escalation in political violence leading up to the presidential elections in 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions about the attack against Miguel Uribe Turbay and the reaction of the Cuban regime
What happened to Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay?
Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay was the victim of a shooting attack during a political rally at El Golfito park, Bogotá, on June 7, 2025. The suspected perpetrator of the attack is a 15-year-old young man who was arrested at the scene. Uribe Turbay, a presidential candidate, is in critical condition after undergoing several surgeries.
How did the Cuban regime react to the attack against Miguel Uribe Turbay?
The Cuban regime, through its Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, expressed a "strong rejection" of the attack against Miguel Uribe Turbay, emphasizing its solidarity and wishing for the senator's swift recovery. They also reiterated the importance of Latin America and the Caribbean continuing to be a "Zone of Peace."
What has been President Gustavo Petro's response to the attack?
The president Gustavo Petro condemned the attack against Miguel Uribe Turbay and emphasized the need to respect life and the democratic process. He suspended an official trip to France and called for an extraordinary security council, in addition to announcing a reward for information that helps clarify what happened.
What have been the political reactions in Colombia following the attack?
Various political leaders from both the opposition and the ruling party in Colombia have expressed their solidarity with Miguel Uribe Turbay, demanding a swift and thorough investigation. The attack has raised concerns about a possible escalation of political violence in the country, reminiscent of the events experienced in the 1980s and 1990s.
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