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Colombia orders extradition of five former peace negotiators to the U.S FAST-MOVING
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has ordered the extradition of five former peace negotiators to the United States. The individuals, who were involved in various dialogue processes under the previous administration of Gustavo Petro, are wanted by U.S. authorities for crimes including drug trafficking, money laundering, weapons possession, and narcoterrorism.
Three of the individuals—Willinton Henao Gutiérrez (alias Mocho Olmedo), Carmen Evelio Castillo Carrillo (alias Muñeca), and Geovanny Andrés Rojas (alias Araña)—are currently in custody. Two others, Gabriel Yepes Mejía (alias HH) and Fredy Castillo Carrillo (alias Pinocho), remain fugitives. De la Espriella stated that these extraditions, which were previously suspended to allow for peace negotiations, will now proceed as the government shifts toward a policy focused on security and state authority.
In a related development, the administration is reportedly evaluating a withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Critics suggest this move may align Colombia more closely with U.S. interests and the America’s Counter-Cartel Coalition. Meanwhile, the U.S. Southern Command has arrived in Colombia to meet with military leadership following recent authorizations for joint anti-narcotics operations.
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Abelardo De La Espriella · America's Counter-Cartel Coalition · Gustavo Petro · International Criminal Court · Pete Hegseth · Special Jurisdiction for Peace · U.S. Southern Command · United States
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Colombian government is evaluating a potential withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC). lagacetaonline.com.ar · www.pares.com.co
- [● 3 SOURCES] The head of the U.S. Southern Command visited Colombia to meet with military leadership following authorization for joint anti-narcotics bombings. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · lajornadasanluis.com.mx · www.estadao.com.br
- [● 7 SOURCES] The five individuals are wanted by the U.S. for crimes including drug trafficking, money laundering, weapons possession, and narcoterrorism. pagina10.com · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · deultimominuto.com · larazon.co · www.minuto30.com · +1 more
- [● 6 SOURCES] The extraditions were previously approved in 2025 but were suspended because the individuals were participating in peace dialogues under the previous administration. pagina10.com · larazon.co · deultimominuto.com · www.minuto30.com · www.estadao.com.br
- [● 6 SOURCES] Three of the extradited individuals—Willinton Henao Gutiérrez, Carmen Evelio Castillo, and Geovanny Andrés Rojas—are currently in custody. pagina10.com · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · larazon.co · www.minuto30.com · www.estadao.com.br
- [● 4 SOURCES] Two of the extradited individuals—Gabriel Yepes Mejía and Fredy Castillo Carrillo—are currently fugitives. pagina10.com · larazon.co · www.minuto30.com
- [● 7 SOURCES] President Abelardo de la Espriella ordered the extradition of five individuals to the United States. pagina10.com · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · larazon.co · deultimominuto.com · www.minuto30.com · +1 more