Colombian government reports three killed in rebel attack on military post
Summary
At least three Colombian soldiers were killed and four injured in an attack by the rebel National Liberation Army (ELN) on a military base near Venezuela. The attackers used drones to drop explosives before engaging in fighting at the base.Key Facts
- The attack happened in the municipality of Ocana, Norte de Santander department, near the Venezuela border.
- The ELN, a rebel group, carried out the attack using at least 20 drones loaded with explosives.
- Two soldiers died during the fighting, and a third died later from injuries. Four soldiers were injured.
- President Abelardo de la Espriella condemned the attack and vowed a strong government response.
- De la Espriella was recently elected and has promised a military approach to armed groups and criminal organizations.
- The ELN is based in the Catatumbo region, where the government has taken military action against armed groups.
- De la Espriella aims to strengthen military ties with the United States through the “Shield of the Americas” initiative.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to meet President de la Espriella soon in Barranquilla.
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