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Colombia’s president says soldiers killed a key dissident leader

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — A key leader of the dissident factions of the…

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced the killing of a key dissident leader during a military operation in the southwest region of the country. The leader, known as "Felipe" or "Arcadio," was responsible for multiple attacks on police stations and other criminal acts. This marks a hardline stance by the new administration against illegal armed groups, contrasting with the previous administration's approach.

The president vowed to continue offensive operations against such groups and urged remaining leaders to surrender.

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Man, 53, murdered, body dumped and set ablaze in Nyamira banana plantation

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