Colombia may begin air strikes on illegal armed groups again, announced the Defense Minister, Ivan Velasquez, on Tuesday. It hinges on ensuring minors are not in harm’s way, based on intelligence reports. These groups often recruit children to deter such attacks. Previously, Colombia’s air force played a crucial role in pushing the FARC rebels towards […]
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