The National Liberation Army (ELN) is Colombia’s remaining major Marxist rebel group, waging decades of insurgency, clashing with authorities, and engaging in sporadic peace talks amid ongoing security challenges.
Colombia’s president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has suspended the transition with incumbent President Gustavo Petro, accusing him of planning a coup. Petro denies fraud and international observers have praised the vote. The new cabinet is being announced as tensions rise over governance, oil policy, and the future of the Special Jurisdiction for Peace.
A ministerial on the resurgence of political terrorism convenes to coordinate action against far-left violence. Leaders from 65+ countries are examining left-wing extremism, with visas and designations expanding in several nations.
The attack in Cucuta has targeted police headquarters and is being linked by officials to long-running rebel groups. The blast damaged the building and left several injured. The government is pledging a firm response as a new president is due to be sworn in next week.