48 Dead in Clash Between Dissident FARC Factions in Colombian Amazon
Summary
48 people have died in a violent clash between dissident FARC factions in Colombia's Amazon region, amid ongoing struggles over control of illegal activities and territory.
Key Points
- 48 people died in a clash between two dissident FARC factions in the Colombian Amazon.
- The violence marks the worst in a decade since FARC disarmed in 2016 after decades of conflict.
- Clashes involve competition over control of jungle territory, drug trafficking, and illegal mining.
- Leftist President Gustavo Petro's peace strategy faces challenges as military actions against guerrillas increase.
