November 2002
Colombian Right-Wing Paramilitary Army Announces Unilateral and Unlimited Ceasefire Starting December 1
The Colombian right-wing paramilitary army has declared a unilateral ceasefire starting December 1, aiming to begin peace talks with President Alvaro Uribe's government. This development…
Colombia: The Murder of the Eleventh Mayor in One Year - 2002-11-27
In Colombia, leftist rebels have murdered the mayor Hector Gutierrez and his deputy Sixto Cotrina shortly after their abduction, marking the eleventh mayor killed this…
Colombian Government and Catholic Church Officials Meet with Right-Wing Militias
The Colombian government and Catholic Church officials have met with right-wing militias to explore peace negotiations. This comes as the United Self-Defense Forces are reportedly…
Explosion in the Capital of Colombia - 2002-11-23
An explosion occurred in Bogotá, Colombia, where three mortars fired by suspected rebels detonated near the U.S. Embassy, injuring two. Initial evidence points to the…
Hostage Rescue Operation in Colombia - 2002-11-16
Colombian soldiers successfully rescued a Catholic bishop and a priest who were kidnapped by leftist rebels. The operation took place in northern Bogotá, resulting in…
FARC Military Leaders Prosecuted - 2002-11-14
The U.S. has charged three senior military leaders of the FARC with serious crimes including kidnapping and drug trafficking. This action highlights ongoing efforts to…
Pope Calls for the Release of Kidnapped Bishop
Pope John Paul II has called for the release of Bishop Jorge Enrique Jiménez, who was kidnapped in Colombia. The Colombian army is actively searching…
Colombian Army Searches for Kidnapped High-Ranking Bishop - 2002-11-13
The Colombian army is searching for Bishop Jorge Enrique Jimenez and priest Desiderio Orjuela, who were kidnapped by armed attackers. The U.S. and Pope John…
Drugs for Weapons in Colombia - 2002-11-07
The U.S. has arrested four individuals linked to a Colombian terrorist group for attempting to trade $25 million worth of weapons. Additionally, three others were…