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Colombia drone attack by suspected guerrillas kills at least 3 soldiers, army says
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Key Points:
- An attack involving explosives dropped from drones followed by a clash inside a military compound in Ocaña, northeastern Colombia, killed three soldiers and wounded four, according to Colombia's army.
- The rebel National Liberation Army (ELN) was blamed for the assault, which targeted a military unit near the Venezuela border in Norte de Santander department.
- President Abelardo de la Espriella condemned the attack and vowed to use the full force of the state against criminals, emphasizing his commitment to combating guerrilla groups.
- De la Espriella, who began his term in August and has U.S. support, is pursuing military alliances with Israel and the U.S. to strengthen efforts against guerrillas like the ELN and dissident FARC factions.
- The ELN and dissident FARC groups are fighting for control of the strategic Catatumbo region, a key coca-producing area near the Venezuelan border, with recent attacks including bombings targeting police stations.
