Colombian President Orders Crackdown on Irregular Migrants and Armed Groups
Colombia's new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, has announced a severe crackdown on irregular migrants, ordering raids and vowing deportations. He also declared armed groups as "terrorists" and highlighted concerns about child recruitment by these groups via social media platforms.
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Read full article →Colombia’s new president orders migrant deportations
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