Colombian Politician Daniel Quintero Raises Flag in Peruvian Territory, Sparks Diplomatic Tension

Lima, Peru – Daniel Quintero, former mayor of Medellín and a prominent ally of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, has ignited a diplomatic controversy after raising a Colombian flag on Isla Chinería, a territory within Peru's Loreto region. The incident, which occurred on August 11, 2025, comes amidst existing diplomatic tensions between Peru and Colombia.Isla Chinería is recognized as Peruvian territory under the 1922 Salomón-Lozano Treaty. During the flag-raising event, Quintero, who is reportedly seeking the Colombian presidency for the 2026-2030 term, declared, "Santa Rosa is Colombia," and provocatively stated his willingness to initiate a war against Peru.Quintero's political career has been marked by controversy, including a 2022 suspension from his mayoral post for publicly supporting President Petro's campaign. His recent actions in Peru have drawn international attention and raised questions about the appropriateness of using such provocations for political campaigning. Peruvian authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident, but public reactions indicate strong disapproval of Quintero's actions on Peruvian soil.

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