"More than 80 people have been killed in just three days in northeast Colombia following failed attempts to hold peace talks with the rebel National Liberation Army (ELN)."
"Thousands of people are fleeing the area, with some hiding in the nearby lush mountains or seeking help at government shelters."
"Villamizar said about two dozen people had been injured and some 5,000 displaced in the outbreak of violence, and described the resulting humanitarian situation as alarming."
"The army said more than 5,000 soldiers have been sent to the region to reinforce security, while authorities are working to establish a humanitarian corridor for those fleeing."
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