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U.S. Intelligence Aids Colombia Hostage Rescue | Colombia News
Eight hostages freed from ELN captivity in Colombia’s Catatumbo region thanks to a joint Colombian-U.S. operation — intelligence and gear from U.S. Southern Command played a decisive role, marking a rare but pivotal moment of direct American support in a hostage rescue. The rescued, including farmers and laborers held for up to two years, were extracted after precise military coordination targeting the ELN’s Camilo Torres Front — a major blow to leaders like Silvana Guerrero. This mission also ties into broader U.S.-led “Shield of the Americas” efforts against terrorism and drug trafficking…
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