Summary
Colombian authorities rescued 27 soldiers who were held captive by rebels in a region known for drug production. However, 45 soldiers are still held captive. The area has struggled with security issues, tied to the presence of drug gangs and former rebel groups.
Key Facts
- Colombian military rescued 27 out of 72 soldiers from captivity.
- The soldiers were held in a region in southwest Colombia known for coca plants and rebel groups.
- 45 soldiers remain captured by a rebel group from the former FARC.
- The National Army is working to regain control in the area and free the remaining soldiers.
- The incident happened in Micay Canyon, a strategic area for drug trafficking.
- Colombia struggles with control in regions where FARC used to operate before a 2016 peace deal.
- President Gustavo Petro has launched efforts to regain control of these areas but has met resistance.
- This is the second incident in a month where former FARC rebels have captured soldiers.
