Colombia’s potential presidential contender Miguel Uribe shot, suspect arrested

The 39-year-old senator, shot during a 2026 presidential campaign event, is a member of the opposition Democratic Centre party founded by former President Álvaro Uribe.

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, as his wife said he was fighting for his life in hospital.