Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe Charged with Witness Tampering and Bribery

Uribe faces up to 12 years in prison for allegedly manipulating testimony to discredit a political opponent investigating his ties to paramilitary groups.

• The charges stem from Uribe's alleged attempts to bribe witnesses in a case dating back to 2012.
• Uribe has denied the accusations, claiming political persecution and illegal wiretapping.
• The investigation was reignited under Colombia's new leftist Attorney General Luz Camargo.
• Uribe's influence in Colombian politics remains significant despite the legal challenges.
• The case highlights the deep political polarization in Colombia, intensified by President Gustavo Petro's administration.

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