Colombia’s president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, has given the country’s armed guerrilla groups a one-month ultimatum to surrender, signalling a tougher approach to security after winning a closely contested presidential election.
Speaking on Thursday in his first address since his victory was officially confirmed, the hard-right politician warned that his administration would not extend the same concessions offered by the outgoing government during peace negotiations.
“To all those acting outside the law, you have one month to arrange your submission,” the millionaire lawyer said.
“In my administration, there will be no generous offers or unacceptable concessions like those th...
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New Colombia President Gives Guerrilla Groups 1-month Ultimatum To Surrender
Source: Leadership News
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