Former Colombian President Uribe found guilty in bribery trial
Summary
Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe was found guilty of bribery and witness tampering. The court ruled he tried to influence witnesses against him in an investigation of his ties to paramilitary groups. Uribe, who may face up to 12 years in prison, plans to appeal the decision.Key Facts
- Álvaro Uribe, former Colombian President, was convicted of bribery and witness tampering.
- The trial lasted nearly six months and was closely followed in Colombia.
- Uribe was convicted of trying to influence witnesses connected to allegations of his ties with paramilitary groups.
- The ruling does not immediately result in Uribe's arrest; he is not required to be in jail yet.
- Uribe could face up to 12 years in prison at a later sentencing hearing.
- Protests occurred outside the courthouse during the ruling, with supporters and opponents of Uribe clashing.
- Uribe previously led Colombia from 2002 to 2010 and is a significant political figure with strong opinions for and against him.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the ruling, while Colombian President Gustavo Petro supported the court’s decision.
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