Explosive Attack in Cauca Claims Soldier's Life, Civilians Among the Injured

An explosive attack involving an improvised explosive device in the Cauca Department resulted in the death of a Soldier from the National Army of Colombia and injuries to civilians, highlighting ongoing terrorism in the region.

• In the early morning of October 30, an Improvised explosive device detonated while troops from the Battalion of the National Army of Colombia were traveling on the route from Popayán to El Estrecho.
• The explosion claimed the life of one Soldier and left several civilians injured, underlining the persistent threat of Terrorism in the Cauca Department.
• This incident reflects the ongoing violence in Colombia, with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and other groups continuing to pose significant risks to security forces and civilians alike.