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Drones strike fear in Colombia's armed conflict

Published Friday, May 22, 2026 · Updated May 23

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Armed groups in Colombia are increasingly utilizing advanced drone technology in the ongoing conflict, a development that is striking fear among the populace. These groups are reportedly learning tactics and technology from international conflicts, such as the war in Ukraine, and a defense analyst estimates that learning to fly a drone for conflict takes about one week.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Learning to fly a drone for conflict takes approximately one week, according to a defense analyst.
  • Armed groups in Colombia are adopting advanced drone technology, learning from international conflicts like the war in Ukraine.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • Al Jazeera EnglishCenter-Left

    The article highlights the evolving nature of armed conflict in the Global South, focusing on how non-state actors in Colombia are adopting advanced drone technology and learning from international conflicts like the war in Ukraine.

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