Bombings Rock Cali, Colombia: Seven Dead, Dozens Injured

Seven Killed in Series of Bombings in Cali, Colombia Cali, Colombia – A wave of violence swept through Cali and surrounding areas on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, leaving at least seven people dead and dozens injured. Authorities attribute the attacks to illegal armed groups. The explosions targeted various locations, including the Cali-Aeropuerto highway and several city neighborhoods. "It was terrifying," said one resident near the scene of a motorcycle bomb explosion in the Meléndez sector. "The ground shook, and then there was fire and debris everywhere." The attacks caused significant damage to property, and many residents are without power. The Colombian Ministry of Defense announced a reward of 300 million pesos (approximately $75,000 USD) for information leading to the arrest of those responsible. Vice President Francia Márquez, who is from the region, condemned the attacks and expressed solidarity with the victims and their families. The situation remains tense, and authorities are working to restore order and prevent further violence.