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Day 678 — Sheinbaum Pledges 'All the Support' Colombia Needs After Deadly 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake

| Sheinbaum (2024–)

On August 10, 2026 (Day 678, Monday), a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia's Chocó department, causing major destruction in Cali and other western cities. At her mañanera, President Sheinbaum pledged Mexico's full support: 'Of course, all the support that the people of Colombia need.' She said the government was in close contact with Mexico's ambassador in Bogotá and Colombia's ambassador in Mexico City, and the Foreign Ministry confirmed no Mexican nationals were affected while reiterating Mexico's readiness to deliver aid through official channels.

Sheinbaum pledges Mexico's support to Colombia following the deadly August 10 earthquake
Sheinbaum pledges Mexico's support to Colombia following the deadly August 10 earthquake — Mexico News Daily