Colombia's Unfinished Peace: Attack on Presidential Hopeful Exposes Deep-Rooted Violence

Colombia's Persistent Struggle for Peace: The Attack on Miguel Uribe and the Unfinished Legacy of the FARC Peace Deal Bogota, Colombia – The recent attack on presidential pre-candidate Miguel Uribe has once again thrust Colombia's ongoing struggle with political violence into the spotlight. The incident, which occurred on June 7th, 2025, underscores the fragility of peace in a nation grappling with decades of conflict. Uribe's attack is not an isolated incident. As the video highlights, similar acts of violence have plagued Colombia for generations. The 2016 peace agreement with the FARC guerilla group, while hailed as a landmark achievement, has not eradicated the problem. Dissident groups, operating outside the agreement, continue to engage in narco-trafficking and violence. "Events like these have been happening in Colombia since the last century," states Emilio Sanchez, reporter for N+. President Ivan Duque's reluctance to fully implement the peace agreement exacerbated the situation. Now, under President Gustavo Petro, a former guerilla himself, a new strategy called "Total Peace" is underway, aiming to engage in dialogue with various armed groups. However, the success of this strategy remains uncertain. The upcoming 2026 elections will be a crucial test of Colombia's commitment to peace. Will the nation choose dialogue or a more forceful approach? The answer will shape the future of the country's long and arduous journey toward lasting stability.