Illegal Armed Groups Surge 23.5% in Colombia, Exposing Risks to Regional Stability and U.S. Security
As illegal armed groups swell by nearly a quarter in Colombia, the surge signals not just a national security crisis but a direct challenge to American interests amid growing regional instability.
In an alarming development that underscores the fragility of Latin America's security landscape, Colombia's illegal armed groups have ballooned to over 27,000 members by the end of 2025—a staggering 23.5% increase from the previous year, according to a recent report by the Foundation Ideas for Peace (FIP). This troubling trend marks a new record high, reflecting not only a failure of state control but also a growing threat with implications far beyond Colombia’s borders. Why Does Colombia’s Security Breakdown Matter for America? The Colombian government finds itself grappling with an intensifying conflict as these groups expand their reach and influence...
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