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Video: Colombia blames dissident FARC rebel for deadly bus bomb

Video: Colombia blames dissident FARC rebel for deadly bus bomb

Summary

A bus carrying a bomb exploded on a major highway in Colombia near the border with Venezuela, killing at least 14 people. The president of Colombia said that a dissident leader from the FARC rebel group, called Marlon, is responsible for the attack.

Key Facts

  • The explosion happened on Colombia’s Pan-American Highway near Venezuela.
  • At least 14 people died in the bus bombing.
  • Colombia’s president blamed a dissident FARC leader named Marlon for the attack.
  • FARC is a rebel group that has split into factions, some of which reject peace deals.
  • The bombing targeted a public bus, causing many casualties.
  • This incident adds to ongoing violence involving armed groups in Colombia.
  • The location is important as it is a key route connecting Colombia and Venezuela.
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