Can Colombia’s talks with the Comuneros del Sur help achieve ‘total peace’?

During his 2022 inauguration, Gustavo Petro, Colombia’s first leftist president, emphasized the possibility of peace despite the country’s longstanding internal conflict. However, halfway through his term, his “Total Peace” strategy has faced challenges, with escalating violence and stalled negotiations with armed groups. While progress has been made with the Comuneros del Sur, experts warn that these gains may not be sustainable for all groups.

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