Deportation Crackdown: Colombia’s new president Abelardo de la Espriella says police will start this week on a deportation campaign targeting foreign nationals living irregularly, with Venezuelans expected to be hit first, drawing sharp backlash from opposition and migrant groups. Earthquake Aftermath: The UN says about 1.2 million people need urgent help after the Aug. 10 western Colombia quake, with major needs in food, shelter, health, water, sanitation, education and protection, while conflict-affected areas face extra hurdles. Child Recruitment Risk: UN officials warn the quake has worsened conditions for children already vulnerable to armed-group recruitment, as damaged schools keep kids out of protective learning spaces. Budget Shock: Colombia’s government budget proposal points to a worse-than-expected fiscal outlook for 2026-27, raising the odds of new support talks with multilateral lenders, possibly including the IMF. Religion vs. State: A court ordered the president to apologize over violating religious neutrality during his inauguration, spotlighting growing tensions between church-linked politics and judicial limits. Security & Crime: Colombia continues extradition and anti-crime moves, including operations tied to drug trafficking networks. Travel & Trade: LATAM is restarting the Bogotá–Caracas route from Sept. 4 with three weekly flights. Environment: Cundinamarca reports 16 forest fires in 24 hours, burning about 285.5 hectares, with several active hot spots. Sports & Culture: IndyCar pushed back on Barranquilla mayoral claims of a 2028 race deal; Colombia also faces fresh public debate over a priest’s role in public universities.