Peruvian Shamans call for calm in Amazon island dispute with Colombia
• Aug 12, 2025, 1:50 PM
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The ceremony, held atop San Cristobal Hill, was led by Marino de los Santos, who described the site as an Apu, or “mountain of power.”
The 27-square-kilometre territory, home to about 3,000 people spread across more than 10 villages, is claimed by both nations.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro accuses Peru of violating a 1934 treaty, while Lima insists the land was designated Peruvian in 1922. Peru says it will engage in talks but will not cede the land.
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• 9:47 AM
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Kenya's CHAN 2024 quarterfinal hosting rights at risk over fan riot
• 9:06 AM
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Berlin protesters swim in Spree to push for lifting 1925 ban
• 8:31 AM
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Mali's former prime minister Maiga taken into custody on charges of corruption
• 8:21 AM
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Mexico City rally over Israeli strike that killed journalists in Gaza
• 8:11 AM
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U.S. sanctions armed group, firms over conflict minerals in Congo
• 7:25 AM
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'Existential threat': Sisi warns on Nile water as Ethiopia completes dam
• 5:46 AM
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