Abdulla Yameen vs Belisario Betancur

Yameen was elected President of the Maldives, succeeding Mohamed Nasheed. His presidency was marked by authoritarian tendencies, including crackdowns on political opposition and the judiciary.

Yameen's government arrested and imprisoned former President Nasheed on terrorism charges related to the arrest of a judge. The conviction was widely criticized internationally as politically motivated.

Yameen was defeated in the presidential election by Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, ending his authoritarian rule. The election was seen as a victory for democracy and international pressure.

Yameen was convicted of money laundering and corruption related to the sale of a resort island. He was sentenced to 11 years in prison, though the sentence was later reduced on appeal.

Belisario Betancur became President of Colombia in 1982. His administration pursued peace negotiations with guerrilla groups and implemented social reforms, earning him a reputation as a peacemaker.

Betancur negotiated ceasefires with the FARC, M-19, and ELN guerrilla groups in 1984. The peace process included amnesty for guerrillas and political reforms, though it ultimately failed as violence continued.

The M-19 guerrilla group seized the Palace of Justice in Bogot

The Nevado del Ruiz volcano erupted on November 13, 1985, causing a lahar that destroyed the town of Armero, killing approximately 25,000 people. Betancur's government faced criticism for inadequate warning and response.