In Colombia, negotiators with the armed group known as the 'National Liberation Army' say that five foreign hostages will be released on Monday after months of captivity in the mountainous jungles of the northern part of the country. The hostages, which include four Israelis and one British citizen, are to be taken to the northern region of Colombia to be handed over to negotiators. These individuals are five of the eight tourists who were kidnapped by the National Liberation Army on September 12. One of the hostages, a young British man, managed to escape while two German and Spanish hostages were released in November. Colombia has the highest rate of kidnapping in the world, with rebels and outlaws having successfully taken many civilians, politicians, police, and military officials hostage.
Foreign Hostages to be Released in Colombia - 2003-12-22
Five foreign hostages, including four Israelis and one British citizen, are set to be released in Colombia after months of captivity by the National Liberation Army. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of kidnapping in Colombia, which has the highest rate of such crimes globally.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Five foreign hostages, including four Israelis and one British citizen, are set to be released in Colombia after being held captive by the National Liberation Army for several months. This follows a series of kidnappings that highlight the ongoing security challenges in the region.
- The hostages were kidnapped on September 12, 2003.
- Colombia has the highest rate of kidnapping in the world.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Colombia has a long history of armed conflict involving various guerrilla groups, leading to high rates of kidnapping for ransom. The ELN is one of the prominent groups involved in such activities.
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