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14 Wounded in Colombia Truck Bomb Explosion Ahead of Presidential Inauguration

A truck bomb exploded near a Colombian police station, wounding 14 people just days before President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella takes office.

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A truck bomb exploded near a Colombian police station in Cucuta, wounding 14 people just days before President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella takes office. The government blamed rebels from the National Liberation Army (ELN), the country's largest active guerrilla group, for the early-morning blast.

Incident Details and Official Response

The incident occurred on Saturday in Cucuta, a city near the Venezuelan border. Eleven police officers and three civilians were injured, according to the latest official toll. Two of the wounded officers are reported to be in critical condition. The vehicle was seen in flames, and nearby building facades were damaged.

Political Context and Security Measures

President-elect de la Espriella, a right-wing millionaire lawyer, condemned the attack, calling it 'an atrocious, violent act.' He is set to take office on August 7, succeeding Gustavo Petro, Colombia's first leftist president. De la Espriella plans to end peace negotiations with armed organizations, a move that has drawn warnings from guerrilla groups. His inauguration will involve a massive security deployment, with around 11,000 soldiers and police officers ensuring safety. The ceremony has been moved to Cali due to security concerns.

Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez blamed the ELN for the attack and offered a reward of more than $64,000 for information leading to the arrest of the perpetrators. The United Nations also condemned the attack, noting the fear it has sparked among residents.

Colombia is the world's largest producer of cocaine, and the ELN, the oldest surviving guerrilla group in the Americas, funds its activities through drug trafficking and other illegal activities. De la Espriella, with the support of the US government, has promised to intensify the fight against guerrillas and drug trafficking organizations.

Source: BSS

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