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Colombians in conflict zones rise by 70%, NGO reports

bbc.com — August 15, 2024, 05:00 PM UTC

Summary: The Norwegian Refugee Council reports a 70% increase in Colombians living in conflict zones over the past three years, totaling nearly 8.4 million. Violence has intensified since the 2016 peace agreement with the Farc, as rival armed groups vie for control. Nearly 30,000 students have been affected by armed violence since January 2022, with indigenous communities facing severe threats to their survival and culture.

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