ELN rebels in Colombia prepare for battle despite Trump intervention threat

ELN, Colombia’s largest rebel force, conducts military drills and orders civilians to stay indoors in response to US threats, warning against potential “imperialist intervention.” President Trump’s warnings of military action against drug-producing nations, including Colombia, have escalated tensions. The ELN, with 5,800 fighters, controls key drug-producing areas and has a history of failed peace negotiations. Trump’s actions, such as deploying troops and ordering military strikes, have strained relations with Colombia, leading to sanctions and confrontations.

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