Deadly Clashes Between FARC Dissident Factions Leave 52 Dead in Colombia
Intensive fighting between rival factions of FARC dissidents in southeastern Colombia resulted in at least 52 deaths, according to reports on May 30, 2026. The clashes involve groups battling for territorial control over strategic drug trafficking and illegal mining routes. In response, the Colombian government has deployed additional military units to the region to restore order and protect civilian populations caught in the crossfire. The violence marks one of the deadliest internal confrontations in recent months.