This isn’t just another crime wave—it’s a sign of deeper systemic issues in Colombia. If armed groups keep expanding their power, it could destabilize entire regions, threaten peace efforts, and even spill over into neighboring countries. For ordinary Colombians, it means more danger and less government control where it’s needed most.

Under President Petro, violence is rampant as gangs rule in the provinces.

Colombia is facing a surge in violence under President Gustavo Petro's administration, with narcoterrorist groups tightening their grip on rural areas. Gangs are effectively running parts of the country, creating a climate of fear and instability.

The Narcoterrorists Rise in Colombia

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