Colombia deploys armed drones in escalating fight against drug gangs
Summary
Colombia has started using armed drones in its efforts to combat drug gangs. These drones are a new addition to the country's strategies against criminal groups, which have been using similar technology for offensive purposes.Key Facts
- Colombia is deploying drones that can carry explosives to fight against guerrillas and drug-traffickers.
- These drones are part of Colombia's response to increasing violence after peace efforts, like ceasefires, fell apart.
- Criminal groups in Colombia have used drones to attack security forces about 200 times in the past two years.
- Explosive-laden drones are inexpensive and purchased online by drug traffickers.
- The homemade explosives on drones can harm civilians due to imprecise targeting, leading to deaths and injuries.
- Colombia's military defense against drones is expensive and struggles to keep pace with the improvements in commercial drones.
- Military personnel have been affected by these attacks, with multiple injuries and fatalities reported.
- Anti-drone systems used by Colombia's army include radars and jammers but are costly.
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