This afternoon, a telephone conversation took place between the Holy Father Leo XIV and His Excellency Mr. Abelardo de la Espriella, President of the Republic of Colombia.

During the conversation, the Holy Father reiterated his closeness to all those who are suffering the difficult consequences of the recent earthquake that struck Colombia, in particular the families of the deceased, the injured, rescuers and humanitarian aid workers.

In addition, they discussed the situation in the country and in the regions affected by the earthquake.

From the Vatican, 2 September 2026