Colombia Suspends Peace Talks with ELN After Deadly Attack on Military Base
Two soldiers were killed and over 20 injured in an attack attributed to the ELN, leading President Gustavo Petro to halt negotiations.
- The attack occurred in Arauca province, where homemade rockets were fired from a cargo truck at a military base.
- President Gustavo Petro stated that the attack 'practically ends' the peace process with the National Liberation Army (ELN).
- The ELN ended a cease-fire with the Colombian government in August and has since increased attacks on military targets.
- Colombia's defense ministry has vowed to restore security and stability in Arauca province following the attack.
- Authorities have announced rewards for information leading to the capture of those responsible and the main leaders of the ELN.
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