Car bomb attack rattles Colombia after inauguration of hardline president
Summary
A car bomb exploded in southwestern Colombia one day after Abelardo de la Espriella, a hardline right-wing politician, became president. Authorities blamed armed groups that split from a former rebel group, and the new government promised a strong response against crime and violence.Key Facts
- The car bomb attack happened near a toll plaza on the Pan-American Highway in Cauca, Colombia.
- Two security guards were slightly injured in the explosion.
- The attackers fled the scene on a motorcycle after leaving the car bomb behind.
- The groups involved are believed to have split from the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), which disarmed in 2016.
- President de la Espriella was inaugurated on Friday and promised to fight armed groups with stronger military actions.
- He opposes the previous president’s peace talks with rebels and favors a more forceful approach.
- The United States, led by President Trump, supports de la Espriella’s policies and plans to provide $1 billion in security aid.
- Critics worry that stricter government tactics could lead to human rights abuses.
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