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Donkey Bombing Kills Soldier as Peace Talks Fail

7/11/2025

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In a shocking incident in northwest Colombia, a bomb strapped to a donkey claimed the life of a soldier and left two others wounded, with the National Liberation Army (ELN) responsible. As peace talks falter and violence escalates, President Gustavo Petro's vision for "total peace" faces daunting challenges, exacerbated by the rampant cocaine trade empowering armed groups.

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Story summary

In a shocking incident in northwest Colombia, a bomb strapped to a donkey claimed the life of a soldier and left two others wounded, with the National Liberation Army (ELN) responsible. As peace talks falter and violence escalates, President Gustavo Petro's vision for "total peace" faces daunting challenges, exacerbated by the rampant cocaine trade empowering armed groups.