Colombia Opposition Groups Launch Protest Against De La Espriella’s Cuts Colombia Opposition Groups Launch Protest Against De La Espriella’s Cuts

BOGOTA — Opposition groups and citizens took to the streets in Colombia's capital to voice their strong opposition to austerity measures introduced by the administration.

Former President Gustavo Petro was among the thousands of demonstrators who marched through Bogota. The protests targeted government spending cuts as well as the administration's ongoing diplomatic ties with Israel.

The demonstrations highlight growing domestic friction surrounding the current administration's fiscal policies and foreign relations approach.