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A reflection from Colombia Colombia has just spent one night experiencing the arrival of BTS and, amidst all the excitement, we have also seen how situations that do not correspond or are presented out of context are starting to be attributed to the Colombian fandom. We completely understand the concern regarding what happened at the airport. As a fandom, we also consider it essential that BTS's privacy is respected, and that is precisely why we are vigilant about the actions of Colombian media and attentive to any situation that may violate their rights or privacy. It is not about justifying behaviors that are not appropriate. If something needs to be pointed out, it will be pointed out. If something needs to be corrected, it will be corrected. But that does not mean that the actions of some individuals can be used to generalize about an entire fandom or an entire country. This is the first time BTS is in Colombia, and we are learning as we go. Thousands of people have been working for months, organizing and doing everything possible to ensure these concerts are a safe, respectful, and special experience for everyone. That's why we also ask for responsibility when sharing information. We have seen posts that use images or videos from other areas, other moments, or situations that do not correspond to what happened here to build a narrative about Colombia. That is also misinformation and unfairly affects the image of an entire country. We can talk about what happened, question it, and ask for explanations when necessary. What we do not consider correct is to turn specific situations into a representation of an entire fandom. Our goal remains the same: to protect BTS's privacy, maintain a good atmosphere for ARMY, and ensure that BTS takes the best possible experience from Colombia. And regarding the situations related to production and screens, we believe that it is correct to keep the conversation in its proper context: these are specific issues on which clarifications can be requested directly from the corresponding official sources. Requesting information, transparency, or an official statement does not mean attacking any artist or questioning the concert's execution. We want to enjoy these two concerts. We want to savor them. We want BTS to enjoy Colombia. And precisely for that reason, we will continue to act responsibly, attentive to what happens, and expressing ourselves firmly, respectfully, and professionally. Colombia deserves to be represented responsibly. (translated)

What they are doing to us is crap, no one is removing the airport issue and the fact that few are making us all pay is crap. But coming here to create false information and bring out their xenophobia is another thing, because they haven't done this with any other country. (translated)

They are using two videos that are fake. Here everything about the people who went to the airport is being shared, please stop spreading these videos. It is not in Colombia. If no Latam account uploads it, it's because it's a lie. Everything is being re-uploaded here and we are reporting it. (translated)

And this is not just for one country, IT'S FOR EVERYONE, it's up to you to ensure that BTS has a good experience in YOUR COUNTRY. It's up to you to make them continue considering your country for future dates; how you behave also influences their decision to return. If they are harassed or bothered at airports or in their free time, that says a lot. PLEASE KNOW HOW TO BEHAVE LATAM 🙏🗣️ (translated)

🚨 JUST IN CASE YOU FORGOT THE WORDS OF YOUR OWN FAVORITE, TAEHYUNG WAS HERE JUST A FEW MONTHS AGO, do not go to the airports, do not go to their hotels, do not harass them if you see them sightseeing, know how to behave, LATAM. 🫵 It is the first time that BTS comes to some countries in LATAM, and it’s up to you to make sure they have a good experience (without harassment) so that they continue to consider you for future concerts. (translated)

🚨 Statement to Caracol News and media Today, September 30, @NoticiasCaracol broadcast live from outside the hotel where BTS is staying and announced that broadcast on their networks. Reporting in real-time where they are or where they are staying puts at risk their safety, that of their team, and that of the citizens, and can provoke crowds. We ask the media to remove content that reveals their location and not to broadcast live from airports or hotels. And to the ARMY community: do not share or comment on information about where they are, do not go to the airport or the hotel, and respect their peace. If you see posts with private information, report them on the platform, without harassing or attacking anyone. Reporting on BTS is welcome. Reporting where they are, is not. 💜 Union of Fanbases of Colombia #BogotáReceibeABTS #BTSenBogotá #RespectForBTS (translated)

🚨 Statement to Caracol News and media outlets Today, September 30, Caracol News broadcast live from outside the hotel where BTS is staying and announced that broadcast on their networks. Reporting in real time where they are or where they are staying puts their safety, that of their team, and that of the public at risk, and can cause crowds. We ask media to remove content that reveals their location and not to broadcast live from airports or hotels. And to the ARMY community: do not share or comment on information about where they are, do not go to the airport or the hotel, and respect their peace. If you see posts with private information, report them on the platform, without harassing or attacking anyone. Reporting about BTS is welcome. Reporting where they are, is not. 💜 Union of Fanbases of Colombia #BogotáRecibeABTS #BTSenBogotá #RespetoPorBTS (translated)

From the aeronautics authority blocking my security escort at the airport of Soledad, as president of the republic broaden and eliminate corruption, to even closing the university with a lock to prevent me from speaking with the students about the upcoming budget and public education. A complete government attempt at censorship of free expression and opinion. However... (translated)

The Israeli press reports that one of the FlyDubai pilots tried to crash the plane, but was subdued by the other pilot and by Israeli passengers. The plane finally landed at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia. The context of the incident can be read in the post that I am quoting below (Part 1), and in the image, you can see the abrupt descent during the attempt to crash it. (translated)

Un rector charista prohíbe eL libre pensamiento, la libre expresión, cierra la unuversidad porque voy a dar la conferencia, me deja sin seguridad, exponen la vida a esperar que alguien dispare, y terminamos en una gran apoyo en el aeropuerto y en la universidad para mi. El pueblo me defiende. Demostré como le van a quitar la universidad pública a los hijos e hijas del pueblo trabajador. #LibreExpresión #EducaciónPública #DerechosHumanos

Así me recibieron en Soledad y Barranquilla. Aunque el jefe de la seguridad que es funcionario público de la aereunática civil hoybdirigida por Abelardo, entidad con la cual logré ampliar la funcionalidad del aeropuerto robado por el clan Gerlein, arriesgó mi seguridad personal al hacer recorrer todo el aeropuerto sin seguridad. Sin embargo, así me recibió el pueblo barranquillero y del Atlántico en el aeropuerto en Soledad. #Barranquilla #Soledad #Colombia

💊Antes de BTS, recordemos lo que pasó en 2014 Nos excusamos por mencionar a otro grupo, pero creemos que este antecedente vale la pena recordarlo porque es de lo más cercano que hemos vivido en Colombia respecto a la cantidad de personas que puede llegar a reunirse alrededor de un artista de esta magnitud. En 2014, durante la visita de One Direction a Colombia, muchas personas esperaron al grupo en el aeropuerto, generando caos durante esos días e incluso afectando la salida de pasajeros que llegaban en vuelos internacionales. Finalmente, el grupo terminó ingresando al país por otro lugar. La situación también se trasladó al hotel. La cantidad de personas que se reunió alrededor del lugar fue tan grande que tuvieron que cerrar la calle en varias ocasiones. Hubo cantos, gritos y llamados constantes para que salieran, hasta que Niall Horan pidió públicamente que bajaran el ruido porque el equipo necesitaba descansar antes del concierto (eran las 11 pm y la gente no paraba de gritar fuera del hotel). Sabemos que se trata de otro grupo y de otra época, pero es un recuerdo bastante cercano de lo que puede ocurrir cuando se concentra una cantidad enorme de personas alrededor de los artistas. BTS viene de un viaje largo, tiene un concierto por delante y necesita descansar y prepararse. Por eso, no esperemos en el aeropuerto, no esperemos en hoteles y, sobre todo, ni siquiera busquemos averiguar dónde se están hospedando. Tampoco compartamos información que pueda terminar llevando a otras personas hasta allí. La emoción por tenerlos finalmente en Colombia es enorme, pero podemos recibirlos con todo nuestro cariño sin invadir su espacio. Ojalá Bogotá pueda ser para BTS un lugar donde se sientan bienvenidos, pero también respetados. 💜🇨🇴 #BTS #OneDirection #Respeto

La Guardia Civil ha detenido en el aeropuerto de Barajas a dos altos funcionarios de la Embajada de Venezuela en España, José Escorihuela y Kelvin Matos, acusados de intentar introducir 50 kilos de cocaína, destapando una investigación secreta sobre la red diplomática venezolana relacionada con el narcotráfico. #Narcotráfico #Venezuela #Corrupción

#AHORA | Así dan la bienvenida los equipos de @VenteVenezuela a @claumacero en su llegada al país “Vine para abrir caminos”, aseguró la Coordinadora nacional de Comunicaciones, tras su arribo en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Maiquetia, en #Vargas ¡Hasta que todos puedan volver a casa! #Venezuela #Regreso #Bienvenida

Nuestras más sinceras disculpas a Stray Kids por el mal rato que ciertas personas les hicieron pasar en su llegada al aeropuerto y en su hotel): Cómo fanbase, no apoyamos ese comportamiento, perdonen chicos, esperamos puedan disfrutar el resto de su estancia aquí): #StrayKids #Kpop #Fans