The Colombian Minister of Defense, Iván Velásquez, reported that in Catatumbo, an area hit by violence perpetrated by the ELN and a FARC dissident, humanitarian corridors have been set up to ensure the supply of essential goods and facilitate the movement of residents. of Catatumbo who wish to leave the risk areas
The National Army of Colombia deployed more than 5,000 soldiers to address the humanitarian crisis generated a few days ago in the Catatumbo area due to the violence unleashed by the National Liberation Army (ELN) and the “Calarcá” dissidents of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC).
On January 21, the Colombian Minister of Defense, Iván Velásquez, described the violent attacks that have occurred in the area as “typically hitmen” and stressed that the priority is to protect citizens. He explained that in the first instance, the aim is to safeguard the persecuted people, while, subsequently, the deployment of troops and control of the affected areas will ensure the safe return of the displaced communities.
He explained that humanitarian corridors have been set up to ensure the supply of essential goods and facilitate the movement of Catatumbo residents who wish to leave risk areas.
The Colombian Air Force moved 17 tons of supplies to Cúcuta using two aircraft, in a coordinated effort with the Victims Unit, the National Unit for Risk Management (Ungrd) and the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (ICBF), he reported. The Spectator.
The information provided by the authorities indicates that the resources are intended for the approximately 19,800 displaced people who have sought refuge in shelters set up by the mayors and the Government of Norte de Santander, a number that is constantly increasing according to Major General Erik Rodríguez, head of General Staff of Operations of the National Army.
Minister Velásquez added that more than 320 people, including civilians and signatories of the peace agreement, who have been threatened by the ELN, have been evacuated in National Army helicopters and transferred to cities such as Cúcuta to guarantee their safety.
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