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flag On January 19, 2026, Colombia’s ELN released five kidnapped police officers, amid stalled peace talks over drug trafficking and child recruitment.

flag On January 19, 2026, Colombia’s ELN rebel group released five off-duty police officers kidnapped on January 6 in the Catatumbo region, according to Colombia’s human rights agency. flag The ELN, estimated to have 5,000 fighters, seeks a national accord with Colombia’s new government to address poverty, protect ecosystems, and reduce rural drug trade. flag However, President Gustavo Petro insists peace talks won’t resume unless the group ends drug trafficking and child recruitment. flag Peace efforts stalled last year after an ELN offensive displaced over 50,000 people. flag The U.S. still designates the ELN as a terrorist organization, but recent talks between Colombian and U.S. leaders have eased tensions, while the ELN warned of uniting with other rebel factions to resist external pressure.

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