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Drone Attack and Bombing in Colombia Kill 14

8/22/2025

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A drone attack on a Colombian National Police helicopter and a car bombing on August 21, 2025, killed at least 14 people.
The helicopter attack is linked to the 36th Front of EMC, a FARC dissident group.
The bombing in Cali resulted in six deaths and 50 injuries, with no claims of responsibility.
Authorities are investigating possible connections to the Gulf Clan criminal syndicate.

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Story summary

A drone attack on a Colombian National Police helicopter and a car bombing on August 21, 2025, killed at least 14 people.
The helicopter attack is linked to the 36th Front of EMC, a FARC dissident group.
The bombing in Cali resulted in six deaths and 50 injuries, with no claims of responsibility.
Authorities are investigating possible connections to the Gulf Clan criminal syndicate.