Bogotá Politics & Corruption: Leftist candidate Iván Cepeda accused far-right contender Abelardo de la Espriella of health-sector corruption, alleging his law firm benefited from prohibited transfers tied to EPS/IPS schemes along Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Presidential Runoff Watch: The OAS launched an electoral observation mission for Colombia’s June 21 runoff, sending 95 observers to monitor logistics, voting abroad, tech, financing, judiciary actions, media and potential violence. Peace Process Under Pressure: Days before the election, Colombia’s government suspended military operations in Putumayo to facilitate movement of members of the “National Coordinator of the Bolivarian Army,” sparking debate over whether it’s genuine demobilization or election timing. ELN Hostages Freed: Two police officers held by the ELN for nearly a year were released, as candidates clash over whether to continue peace talks. World Cup Focus (Colombia): Colombia opens its campaign Wednesday vs Uzbekistan at Estadio Azteca, with James Rodríguez expected to be key; Uzbekistan coach Fabio Cannavaro urged his team to enjoy the debut while staying competitive. Public Safety & Health: A Texas man arrested in Bogotá over a viral “child abuse” balcony video was cleared after forensics found no sexual violence. Regional Security: Ecuador expanded a 60-day state of emergency across 10 provinces to curb cartel violence, citing a sharp homicide rise.