Colombia's left-wing presidential candidate concedes defeat (opens original article in a new tab)

Colombia's left-wing presidential candidate Iván Cepeda conceded defeat to right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella after a narrow loss, citing democratic responsibility and calling for national unity.

• Colombia's left-wing presidential candidate Iván Cepeda conceded defeat after losing to right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella by less than a percentage point.
• Cepeda criticized US President Donald Trump's endorsement of de la Espriella, accusing him of foreign interference in Colombia's internal affairs.
• De la Espriella, who will be sworn in on 7 August, has expressed a conciliatory stance and is seeking closer ties with the Trump administration.