Recent Attacks in Colombia Signal Rising Threats to Peace Efforts
TL;DR
The downing of a Colombian police helicopter by a drone highlights the growing threat of drone attacks on rotary-wing aircraft, driven by the proliferation of weaponized drones globally, and raises concerns about the future effectiveness of helicopters in conflict zones due to evolving drone and air defense technologies.
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- At least 18 die in Colombia in two attacks attributed to FARC dissidents Reuters
- Car bomb and attack on a helicopter in Colombia kill at least 17, including police officers NBC News
- Colombia attacks: At least 18 killed and dozens injured BBC
- Deadly attacks in Colombia cast a shadow on the president’s peace-with-guerrillas policy AP News
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