Mine

Mine event in North Santander, Tibú, La Gabarra area, Colombia on Wed 24th December 2025

24th December 2025

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In the township of La Gabarra, municipality of Tibú, #NorteDeSantander , troops from the Vulcano Task Force in coordination with the

@PoliciaColombia They provided rapid and timely care to a woman injured by an antipersonnel mine in the Caño Indio area, a device allegedly planted by the ELN armed group.

The victim was immediately assisted by combat medics from the @COL_EJERCITO who provided her with first aid, managing to stabilize her and safeguard her well-being while the corresponding protocols were carried out. The National Army categorically rejects the use of antipersonnel mines, a practice that violates human rights and international humanitarian law, and reaffirms its commitment to continue conducting military operations to protect the lives, security, and well-being of the inhabitants of the Catatumbo region.

#TogetherForCatatumbo

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North Santander ( Tibú, La Gabarra area )

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