Drones reshape war in Colombia as deaths and injuries mount
Summary
Armed groups in Colombia have increasingly used drones packed with explosives in attacks since 2023. These drone strikes have targeted civilians, police, military bases, and infrastructure, causing many deaths and injuries and marking a new phase in Colombia’s long-running conflict.Key Facts
- The first known deadly drone attack in Colombia occurred in 2024, killing a 10-year-old boy in Cauca.
- Drone attacks surged from 1 in 2023 to over 300 in 2025, according to Colombia’s ministry of defence.
- Armed groups like dissident FARC and the ELN use modified commercial drones to carry explosives.
- Targets include hospitals, schools, police stations, military forces, and homes across many regions.
- The conflict has lasted over 60 years, with more than 450,000 deaths and millions displaced.
- The use of drones represents a significant shift in the conflict, adding a new and more dangerous weapon.
- Attacks have spread from traditional conflict zones to at least 41 municipalities by 2025.
- Experts warn that drone strikes create an airborne threat not seen before in Colombia’s conflict.
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