Militant groups are operating with impunity in Colombia, leading to threats against the elected president, which CSW is monitoring.
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Updated nov 3
The latest in this situation
- Intensified military deployment ordered in response to a car bomb attack in Cúcuta.
- The Colombian government has ordered a reinforced security presence in response to ongoing security concerns.
- President Abelardo de la Espriella announced the killing of key leaders associated with the National Liberation Army.
How it started
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What happened
Militant groups are operating with impunity in Colombia, leading to threats against the elected president, which CSW is monitoring.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Abelardo de la Espriella is redrawing alliances amid ongoing security and human rights concerns in Colombia.Sub-event
- Allegations surfaced regarding links between groups and terrorist organizations in Colombia.Sub-event
- The National Liberation Army operates in Chocó while the new president vows a military offensive against militant groups.Sub-event
- An attack took place in Cucuta, Colombia, blamed on a rebel group, while Abelardo de la Espriella prepares to be president.Sub-event
CSW monitors election coercion as militant groups threaten the elected president in Colombia.1 source
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The entities involved
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Colombia
country in South America
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National Liberation Army
1962-1965 insurgency in Peru
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Abelardo de la Espriella
Colombian lawyer and businessman (born 1978)
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