Over 80 people were tragically killed in Colombia's northeast over the weekend as the government's attempts to hold peace talks with the National Liberation Army (ELN) faltered. The violence also left twenty individuals injured, prompting thousands to flee the region. The attacks primarily occurred in towns within the Catatumbo region near the Venezuelan border, with reports of several individuals, including a community leader and peace deal signatories, falling victim to the violence.
The situation has led to a mass exodus of residents seeking safety, with many taking refuge in the mountains or government shelters. The Colombian army has been mobilized to evacuate civilians, rescuing dozens, including a family and their pet dog, who were airlifted to safety.
