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Colombia’s Military Exit Before Petro Speech Was Planned
Colombian military leaders left the stage before President Petro’s speech during Independence Day events in Bogotá on July 20, 2026, as scheduled. The Ministry of Defence stated the military does not participate in politics, and Petro confirmed the exit was planned.
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