Colombia's President Gustavo Petro stated, "This is an attack that practically closes a peace process, with blood," highlighting the severe impact of the ELN's actions on ongoing negotiations.
In a significant escalation, the ELN fired rockets from a cargo truck in northeast Colombia, marking the most serious attack since the cessation of the bilateral ceasefire in August.
Petro's remarks underscore the fragility of peace talks, as the ELN has engaged in continuing violence, including kidnappings and taxing civilians in their controlled areas.
The ELN, frustrated by the government's parallel talks with a splinter group, argues it has unmet terms from previous agreements, complicating ongoing peace efforts.
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