Cali Mayor Alejandro Eder was attacked during a tour of areas affected by the earthquake: “We don’t want you here”
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On Monday, August 10, 2026, a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, causing widespread damage and affecting multiple regions, including the city of Cali. The disaster resulted in a preliminary casualty toll of 169 dead and 570 injured, according to statements by President Abelardo de la Espriella, while emergency response and search-and-rescue operations continued in the impacted areas.
Amidst the ongoing crisis, Cali Mayor Alejandro Eder was assaulted on the same day while conducting street inspections to address the emergency. During his tour of the affected zones, he was confronted by citizens chanting "We don't want you" ("No te queremos"), resulting in the mayor receiving a blow.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR)Focuses on political hostility and physical assault against Mayor Alejandro Eder during disaster relief.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) (Second snippet)Emphasizes the nationwide humanitarian impact, casualty statistics, and presidential updates on the earthquake.
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