"In Catatumbo, this is everyday life. The routine of a territory where no one enters or leaves without permission, where no one is free to do or say whatever they want."
"For over 15 months, leaving home and even staying in it has meant risking being caught in the middle of a shootout. This is also a war of movement: of roads that cannot be taken, of towns that cannot be left."
Catatumbo, a region in northern Colombia, is characterized by violence and control from armed groups like the ELN. The daily life of its residents involves navigating a landscape where movement is restricted and the threat of armed conflict looms large. A recent incident involving a guerrilla fighter and a young man with a revolver illustrates the tension and fear that permeate everyday life. For over 15 months, residents have faced the constant risk of being caught in crossfire, leading to a resigned existence where leaving home is fraught with danger.
Read at english.elpais.com
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