# President de la Espriella faces rebuilding challenges after Colombia earthquake

https://mins.news/en/video/23153

- The Associated Press, 2026-08-15 18:53 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLv6IVqEqDU

> As the search for survivors winds down after a devastating earthquake in western Colombia, the country is turning to the enormous task of rebuilding. The disaster is an early test for President Abelardo de la Espriella, who took office only days before the quake.

## Stories

- [Colombia Earthquake Relief Efforts](https://mins.news/en/topic/colombia-earthquake-response) — Markdown: https://mins.news/en/topic/colombia-earthquake-response.md

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