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Outrage as Colombia’s president hands out footballs as residents await aid

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English August 17, 2026 at 8:18 AM

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Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has sparked outrage after handing out footballs in an earthquake-hit city where residents said they are still yet to receive urgent aid.

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