Deadly bus bombing in Colombia leaves dozens dead and injured
At least 12 people were killed and more than 20 injured after a bomb attack struck a passenger bus in Colombia’s Cauca department.
The explosion occurred on the Pan-American Highway in Cajibío, where authorities say suspected FARC dissidents launched an explosive device at passing vehicles, causing widespread destruction. Emergency teams, including the Red Cross, rushed victims to nearby hospitals, while local indigenous leaders called on the government of Gustavo Petro to strengthen civilian protection in conflict zones. Officials blamed armed factions linked to dissident commanders operating in the region, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in southwestern Colombia, where violence persists despite past peace efforts.
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