Colombia earthquake: Baby rescued from rubble

Key Points:

• A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, causing widespread destruction, including the collapse of a five-story residential building, Las Torres del Limonar, in Cali.
• Brian Osorio Zuluaga and other volunteers rescued a trapped man and baby from the rubble, demonstrating the critical role of community bravery and unity in the emergency response.
• Search and rescue operations have continued into their third day, with over 200 deaths reported and international aid, including support from the European Union, mobilized to assist affected areas.
• The quake severely impacted Colombia's coffee-growing region and indigenous communities in Chocó, where many homes were destroyed and aid has yet to reach, highlighting ongoing challenges in remote areas.
• The disaster presents an immediate test for Colombia’s new far-right President Abelardo de la Espriella, who recently took office and faces the dual pressures of managing the crisis and addressing national security issues.