Earthquake Relief & Travel Disruption: A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Aug. 10, killing at least 132 people and injuring hundreds, with rescue teams still searching for survivors in cities including Pereira, Cali, Manizales, Quibdó and Armenia (near the epicenter in Chocó). Airport Closures: Colombia’s civil aviation authority suspended commercial flights at several regional airports—Pereira, Manizales, Quibdó, Armenia, Cartago, Buenaventura and Cali—causing major delays and cancellations for travelers. Safety Guidance: Authorities warned residents to prepare for aftershocks and advised caution while infrastructure assessments continue. Armenia–Egypt Tourism & Tech Ties: Armenia’s president met Egypt’s ambassador and highlighted expanding cooperation in political, economic, cultural, and tourism areas, with added focus on AI and cybersecurity. Medical Tourism in Yerevan: Armenia will host the UN Tourism–linked Global Conference on Medical Tourism (Sept. 21–23) to connect healthcare and tourism players. EU Border Rules: The EU is considering delaying the entry/exit system rollout to reduce airport bottlenecks.