More than 300 people have sought refuge in Cúcuta, a city near Colombia’s border with Venezuela, after fleeing fighting by rebel groups in the volatile Catatumbo region. The city was already bracing for a potential influx of displaced individuals.
Colombia’s Human Rights Ombudswoman, Iris Marín, confirmed the displacement on X on Monday night, stating the individuals originated from Tibu and El Tarra, where clashes erupted in December.