Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote
Violence in Colombia has surged ahead of the upcoming presidential election, with numerous attacks attributed to dissident FARC groups. Authorities reported 26 attacks using explosives and drones, resulting in significant casualties, including a deadly explosion that killed 21 people. The situation raises concerns about security and the effectiveness of the government's peace strategies as rebel groups continue to assert their influence in the region.
- ▪A series of attacks in southwestern Colombia has raised security concerns ahead of the May presidential election.
- ▪Authorities reported 26 attacks with explosives and drones since Friday, including a deadly blast that killed 21 people.
- ▪The FARC-EMC group, led by Nestor Vera, is believed to be demonstrating its capabilities to influence future negotiations with the government.
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- ▪ Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote — France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
- ▪ Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote — Korea Times
- ▪ Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote — ABC News: International
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The Americas Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote April 28, 20263:38 AM ET By The Associated Press Relatives of victims pay respects at the site of an attack on the Pan-American Highway in Cajibio, Colombia, Sunday, April 26, 2026, where at least a dozen people were killed in an attack authorities blamed on dissident groups of the former FARC rebels. Santiago Saldarriaga/AP hide caption toggle caption Santiago Saldarriaga/AP BOGOTA, Colombia — A spate of attacks against civilians and military bases in Colombia's southwestern region has raised security concerns as the country heads to a May presidential election in which crime is expected to be one of the top voter concerns.
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