IED

IED event in Colombia on Mon 23rd February 2026

23rd February 2026

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In Miraflores, #Guaviare, troops from the #22ndBrigade of the @COL_EJERCITO (Colombian Army) found and neutralized an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by the Armando Ríos residual group. The device, equipped with four initiation methods and containing 4 kg of explosives, was located just 20 meters from homes. The coordinated action with @PoliciaColombia (Colombian National Police) and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team allowed for its controlled detonation, safeguarding the lives of the civilian population and neutralizing this terrorist threat.

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