The Colombian government has moved to resume its bombing of FARC rebels following what Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos called a “deliberate attack” by the FARC. Santos said the attack, which killed 10 Colombian soldiers and one rebel, marked a breach of the FARC’s unilateral ceasefire.
President Juan Manuel Santos: “This is a reprehensible act that will not go without punishment and requires decisive action, and there will be consequences. We are going to pursue those responsible for this despicable act. I have ordered the armed forces to lift the suspension of the bombings on FARC camps until further notice.”
Santos did not suspend historic peace talks between the FARC and Colombian government aimed at ending the 50-year conflict.