Drone attacks by Colombian armed groups more than double in early 2026
- Posted on September 18, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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In brief
Colombia faces a significant escalation in unmanned aerial vehicle warfare during early 2026, with armed group drone operations more than doubling compared to previous periods. This surge in aerial attacks creates severe humanitarian consequences for civilian populations caught between conflicting factions and government military responses. The proliferation of drone technology among non-state actors represents a critical security challenge, forcing authorities to develop new counterstrategies while protecting innocent communities from indiscriminate strikes.
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Drone attacks by Colombian armed groups more than double in early 2026
Civilians are caught in the crossfire of drone attacks between armed groups and government forces.
