Colombian Senator Uribe Undergoes Surgery After Critical Shooting Attack

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a 39-year-old potential presidential candidate for the 2026 election, was shot in the head during a campaign event in Bogota's Fontibon neighborhood and is currently in critical condition in intensive care after emergency surgery. Uribe's wife reported he is fighting for his life, and hospital officials confirmed he underwent procedures on his head and left thigh. The attack occurred as Uribe was addressing supporters, and authorities have detained a 14-year-old suspect with a 9mm Glock pistol. Colombia's President Gustavo Petro condemned the attack as a failure of state security and emphasized the priority of protecting Uribe's life, while also denouncing political exploitation of the incident. Bogota's mayor called for increased protection for all candidates following the shooting. The incident underscores rising political violence in Colombia as the presidential campaign season begins.