Thousands of Colombians protest in the first national strike against De la Espriella's government
Thousands of people marched in major Colombian cities against President Abelardo de la Espriella. The protests, led by Gustavo Petro, oppose the government's diplomatic ties with Israel and a decree expanding authorities' power to crack down on demonstrations.
- Thousands of people marched in major Colombian cities against President Abelardo de la Espriella's government.
- The protests were organized by the opposition, led by Gustavo Petro.
- Manifestants are protesting the reestablishment of diplomatic ties with Israel.
- President de la Espriella issued a decree granting authorities greater powers to suppress demonstrations.
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