This week US President Joe Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. We talked about potential consequences and is there a place for optimism to achieve a lasting peace between Israel and Palestine. Another conflict is grabbing international attention because of its importance for regional security and the global economy. The fights in the Mozambique region of Cabo Delgado between government forces and terrorists could include forces from the regional countries on the government’s side if they support initiatives from South Africa. On the Venezuelan Colombian border, we have a refugee crisis because of armed fights between the Venezuelan government and Colombian gurrillas. Why now this conflict escalated, and what is the role of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

In this episode, we bring you the story of a country in South America, with great social inequality, which in the end fueled the protests that have started in late April. We are witnessing an excessive use of force from the Colombian government, but Colombians are still on the streets protesting. Our guest, Natalia Herrera, a human rights lawyer explains to us why. Natalia works at the legal corporation and she brings are on the field of information on how dire, in terms of the victims, is the situation. She tells us about the judiciary processes, media, and internet freedoms, and talks about various human rights violations. Moreover, she explains why the change is hard ad what are the obstacles. Still, she believes there is a perspective for a change.

Make sure to share the story on social media, so what is happening inside Colombia, can reach more people. That is a low-effort action that all can make, but that can mean a lot as a sign of support to those far away.

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