Archive · 30 Jun 2025
Colombia Launches Renewed Offensive Against Armed Groups
Colombia is sending more soldiers to fight against armed groups.
The government had tried to make peace with these groups, but those talks have stopped.
Now, the military is trying to take back control of areas where the groups are active.
They're focusing on places where the groups make money from drugs and gold.
The head of the armed forces says the goal is to gain more control of the territory.
More soldiers are being trained and will be added soon.
This is happening because ceasefires are over and peace talks didn't work out.
They want to make the areas safer and help the people who live there.
Colombia's armed forces are launching a renewed offensive against illegal armed groups.
The offensive follows the end of ceasefires and stalled peace negotiations.
Admiral Francisco Cubides stated the focus is on regaining territorial control.
Approximately 16,000 new troops are being added as training and funds become available.
The offensive targets regions strategic for drug trafficking and illegal mining.
- Who
- Colombia's armed forces are leading the offensive against groups like the ELN, FARC rebels, and Clan del Golfo.
- What
- Colombia is increasing its military offensive against illegal armed groups.
- When
- Following the end of ceasefires and stalled peace negotiations.
- Where
- Focused on six regions, including Catatumbo and southwest mountains/jungles.
- Why
- To counteract illegal armed groups, regain territorial control, and address areas used for drug trafficking and illegal mining.
Government's Perspective
Armed Group's Actions
Approach to Armed Groups
Government's Perspective
The government aims to end the conflict through peace accords.
Armed Group's Actions
The military offensive aims to regain control and disrupt illegal activities.
- Armed Forces Commander
- Admiral Francisco Cubides
- Troop Increase
- Approximately 16,000
- Target Regions
- Catatumbo, southwest mountains/jungles
- Armed Groups Increase
- 45% rise in manpower in past three years to around 22,000
- President
- Gustavo Petro