Drone warfare has intensified in Colombia, with a notable surge in attacks—115 incidents recorded in 2024 alone—primarily executed by illegal armed groups. In response to this growing threat, the Colombian government announced plans to enhance its anti-drone capabilities earlier this year to better identify and neutralize potential aerial threats.
The attack took place near Buenaventura, a crucial point for drug trafficking activities. The three fallen soldiers have been identified as Wilmar Rivas, Andrés Estrada, and Dario Estrada. The area is known for the presence of dissident armed factions, notably those stemming from the Farc guerrilla group, which rejected a peace agreement established in 2016.
Military officials reported that the operation was conducted by a group led by a dissident leader known as Iván Mordisco, who abandoned government peace negotiations in April 2024. His factions engage in various criminal enterprises, including drug trafficking, extortion, and illegal mining. As Colombian security forces face increased dangers, the recent assault highlights the ongoing challenge of confronting organized crime in the region.
The attack took place near Buenaventura, a crucial point for drug trafficking activities. The three fallen soldiers have been identified as Wilmar Rivas, Andrés Estrada, and Dario Estrada. The area is known for the presence of dissident armed factions, notably those stemming from the Farc guerrilla group, which rejected a peace agreement established in 2016.
Military officials reported that the operation was conducted by a group led by a dissident leader known as Iván Mordisco, who abandoned government peace negotiations in April 2024. His factions engage in various criminal enterprises, including drug trafficking, extortion, and illegal mining. As Colombian security forces face increased dangers, the recent assault highlights the ongoing challenge of confronting organized crime in the region.
