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Targeted by U.S., Armed Group Strikes Back in Colombia

A drone strike on a Colombian military base in Bolívar department killed at least three soldiers and wounded 16, according to multiple reports. The New York Times links the attack to the ELN rebel group, which has been targeted by U.S.-backed operations alongside Venezuelan forces. Colombian President Gustavo Petro said "fear has changed sides," signaling a shift in the conflict dynamic. Casualty figures vary across sources, with some reporting up to five dead and 44 wounded. The attack marks an escalation in the ELN's use of drone warfare against state targets.

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  • ✓ A drone attack struck a Colombian military base in Bolívar department.
  • ✓ At least three soldiers were killed and 16 wounded in the attack.
  • ✓ The New York Times reports the ELN carried out the strike in response to U.S.-backed operations targeting the group.
  • ✓ President Gustavo Petro stated "fear has changed sides" following the attack.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 15 independent reporting domains (85% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~3 min

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First confirmed drone strike on a Colombian army base with multiple fatalities, attributed to ELN retaliation against U.S.-supported operations.

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  1. Drone attack hits Colombian army base; casualties reported

    A drone strike on a Colombian military base in Bolívar department killed at least three soldiers and wounded 16, according to multiple reports. The New York Times links the attack to the ELN rebel group, which has been targeted by U.S.-backed operations alongside Venezuelan forces. Colombian President Gustavo Petro said "fear has changed sides," signaling a shift in the conflict dynamic. Casualty figures vary across sources, with some reporting up to five dead and 44 wounded. The attack marks an escalation in the ELN's use of drone warfare against state targets.

    Why it matters

    The ELN (National Liberation Army) is Colombia's largest remaining rebel group and has been engaged in peace talks with Petro's government that have stalled. U.S. military assistance to Colombia and Venezuela for counter-narcotics and counter-insurgency operations has intensified pressure on the group. The drone strike represents a tactical evolution, moving beyond traditional ambushes and explosives to aerial attacks on fortified positions. This raises questions about the ELN's technical capabilities and external support.

    What is confirmed

    • A drone attack struck a Colombian military base in Bolívar department.
    • At least three soldiers were killed and 16 wounded in the attack.
    • The New York Times reports the ELN carried out the strike in response to U.S.-backed operations targeting the group.
    • President Gustavo Petro stated "fear has changed sides" following the attack.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Some sources report five soldiers killed and 44 wounded, higher than the initial toll.
    • The ELN may be receiving external technical support for drone operations.

    What to watch next

    • Official casualty count from Colombian defense ministry
    • ELN statement claiming or denying responsibility
    • Progress or collapse of stalled peace negotiations
    Sources used for this update (17)
    1. www.nytimes.com — The New York Times - Breaking News, US News, World News and Videos
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    3. www.breitbart.com — Israel / Middle East - Latest News
    4. Al Jazeera — Drone attack on Colombian army base kills three soldiers and wounds 16
    5. ua.news — Drones attack base in Colombia, killing three soldiers — The Rio Times
    6. Türkiye Today — Drone attack kills 5 soldiers, Colombia’s leader says ‘fear has changed sides’
    7. teleSUR English — Colombia Drone Attack: 4 Soldiers Dead, 44 Wounded in Bolívar
    8. The New York Times — Targeted by U.S., Armed Group Strikes Back in Colombia
    9. AP News — Drone attack on a Colombian military base leaves 3 soldiers dead
    10. colombiaone.com — Colombia Faces a Drone Attack Every 20 Hours
    11. teleSUR English — Colombia Issues Urgent Alert on Southern Bolivar Violence
    12. antiwar.com — Archived Antiwar.com News from November 09, 2026
    confidence 85%
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