Colombian President Gustavo Petro has indicated he will not acknowledge a quick count of the recent election results, stating he will abide by the decisions of the judges. This announcement follows concerns about potential irregularities in the vote and precedes an official tally. The Ministry of Defense has warned of possible protests from “radicalized citizens” in response to the election outcome. Petro urged citizens to remain calm despite the potential for unrest. The quick count, which typically provides an early indication of results, is being contested by Petro’s supporters. This stance raises concerns about a potential challenge to the legitimacy of the election results and could prolong political uncertainty in Colombia.