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Mass Grave of Eight Christian Leaders Discovered in Colombia

7/4/2025

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In a chilling discovery, Colombian authorities unearthed a mass grave in Calamar on July 1, 2025, revealing the bodies of eight Christian leaders. These victims, tied to two Protestant denominations, had vanished in April after being lured by FARC dissidents. This tragic event underscores the persistent violence in Guaviare, igniting local grief and strong condemnation from President Gustavo Petro and religious groups.

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In a chilling discovery, Colombian authorities unearthed a mass grave in Calamar on July 1, 2025, revealing the bodies of eight Christian leaders. These victims, tied to two Protestant denominations, had vanished in April after being lured by FARC dissidents. This tragic event underscores the persistent violence in Guaviare, igniting local grief and strong condemnation from President Gustavo Petro and religious groups.