Terror in Colombia: Explosive Attack on Bus Kills 13 Amid Rising Violence

An explosive device detonated on a bus in southwestern Colombia, killing 13 and injuring 38. Official reports blame dissidents of former FARC operatives linked to drug trafficking. The attack highlights escalating violence despite the 2016 peace agreement, prompting urgent government action for increased security and intelligence operations in the region.

In a tragic event in southwestern Colombia, an explosion on a bus claimed 13 lives and injured over 30 individuals. The incident occurred on the Panamerican Highway in Cajibio. Army officials have labeled the attack a 'terrorist act,' linking it to dissidents connected to the notorious Ivan Mordisco and the Jaime Martínez faction.

The violence, attributed to ongoing drug trafficking conflicts, has seen multiple attacks on public infrastructure in recent days. Colombian President Gustavo Petro has condemned the violence, targeting Indigenous civilians, calling the perpetrators terrorists.

The government has responded with high-level mobilizations, promising stronger security measures and intelligence operations. There is an ongoing reward for information leading to the capture of the dissidents behind the attacks, as authorities work to stabilize the region affected by illegal armed groups.