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Drone attack in Colombia kills soldiers
A drone attack involving at least 20 drones on a military garrison in northeastern Colombia left two soldiers dead and five injured.
On September 4, a drone attack was reported against a military base in northeastern Colombia, specifically in the Catatumbo region. Authorities stated that the attack was carried out by guerrilla groups using around 20 drones in the operation.
The attack resulted in the death of two soldiers and left five others injured. Authorities activated established security protocols in response to this offensive. Following the attack, the mayor of Ocaña, a nearby town, declared a nighttime curfew in the area.
The government, through President Abelardo de la Espriella, attributed the attack to the National Liberation Army (ELN). This group has been involved in multiple incidents of violence in the region, raising concerns about security in the area.
This drone attack represents a new level in the tactics used by armed groups in Colombia, causing alarm among authorities and the civilian population. Incidents like this highlight the increasing sophistication in the attack methods of these groups.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident and monitor the security situation in the region. The government's response to these attacks and the protection of soldiers and civilians are priority issues in the current context.