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Abelardo de la Espriella confirmed the third bombing against dissidents of alias Iván Mordisco: Operation Azarías leaves 8 dead and at least 3 captured

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On August 30 and 31, 2026, Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced and confirmed a major military action known as Operation Azarías, marking the third bombing campaign against the FARC dissident faction led by Néstor Gregorio Vera, alias Iván Mordisco. The latest offensive, carried out in the southern jungles of Colombia, resulted in eight fatalities and at least three captures.

The operation has triggered broader political debate and public reactions within the country. Alongside the announcement of the military strikes, discussions emerged surrounding a presidential address delivered on the night of August 30, which included public apologies and subsequently drew scrutiny and commentary from political figures such as Daniel Briceño and legal representatives of Gustavo Petro.

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How the coverage differs

Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Abogado de Gustavo Petro... Focuses on political friction and reactions surrounding the presidential address.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Abelardo de la Espriella confirmó tercer bombardeo... Emphasizes the specific tactical details and casualty counts of the military operation.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - De la Espriella anuncia operación militar... Highlights the official announcement and geographic context of the offensive.
Read the full story at the source Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) · AR
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