Former Colombian President Uribe found guilty in bribery trial that threatens his legacy
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The case against former President Alvaro Uribe is not only unjust but a clear mockery of Colombia's legal system. This ruling risks intensifying the already deep political divisions in Colombia. The evident misuse of Colombia's judicial system against Uribe may also have implications for the bilateral relationship between Colombia and the United States.
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The case against former President Alvaro Uribe is not only unjust but a clear mockery of Colombia's legal system. This ruling risks intensifying the already deep political divisions in Colombia. The evident misuse of Colombia's judicial system against Uribe may also have implications for the bilateral relationship between Colombia and the United States.