ELN Attacks Colombian Military Base With Drones
· World · New York Times, The Independent
The ELN armed group attacked a Colombian military base with drones over the weekend, according to officials. This attack occurred while American forces are assisting Colombia and Venezuela in hunting the ELN. The incident marks a retaliatory action by the group.
Why it matters
This drone attack signals an escalation in conflict between the ELN and government forces, potentially destabilising the region. It also highlights the ongoing involvement of US forces in counter-insurgency operations in Colombia and Venezuela.
Read the original report — New York Times
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