Colombia/Ecuador: Border Tensions: Ecuador-Colombia Conflict Escalates

Mar 18, 2026
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Ecuador's president denies claims of bombing Colombian territory amid increasing border tensions. Colombian President Petro accuses Ecuador; however, evidence is lacking. Bilateral relations worsen as tariffs and retaliations rise. Issues of drug trafficking and violence exacerbate the conflict. Calls for dialogue intensify amidst geopolitical complexities and upcoming Colombian elections.