FILE - In this Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, file photo, Colombia’s President Ivan Duque addresses the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly, at U.N. headquarters. Colombia’s government says it is investigating a possible plot involving Venezuelans to assassinate President Ivan Duque. (Richard Drew, File/Associated Press)BOGOTA, Colombia — Colombian authorities are investigating a possible plot involving Venezuelans to assassinate President Ivan Duque, a top official said Saturday night. Foreign Minister Carlos Holmes said Colombia’s intelligence services had been hearing chatter about alleged plans to kill the conservative Duque. He said the arrest in recent days of three Venezuelans in possession of assault weapons had heightened authorities’ concern.

Source: Washington Post December 30, 2018 02:55 UTC