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Security and natural disasters in Colombia

Overview

Following the inauguration of President Abelardo de la Espriella, Colombia has faced significant security and natural disaster challenges. The administration’s first 48 hours were marked by terrorist attacks, including a drone-launched explosive targeting a police station in San Roque and a car bomb on the Pan-American Highway. In response, the military conducted operations that killed a FARC dissident leader and two members of the Clan del Golfo. President de la Espriella has signaled a hardline stance against narcoterrorism, including the potential end of peace talks and the construction of mega-prisons.

Concurrently, a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the western region, specifically affecting departments such as Chocó, Valle del Cauca, Quindío, Risaralda, and Caldas. The National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) reported a severe humanitarian crisis resulting from the tremor, with 265 deaths, 3,494 injuries, and 496 missing persons. The disaster caused extensive damage, destroying over 11,000 homes and impacting critical infrastructure including schools, health centers, and airports.

Entities

Colombia · Abelardo De La Espriella · María Corina Machado · Gustavo Petro · FARC dissidents

Timeline

about 7 hours ago

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