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Colombian peace delegation condemns ELN strike action against US military buildup in Caribbean
President Gustavo Petro urged Colombians to celebrate Christmas without fear amid an ELN strike affecting major cities and transport, in response to U.S. regional military actions.
- The ELN rebel group in Colombia ordered an 'armed strike' against facilities belonging to the police and military, citing US military buildup in the Caribbean as justification.
- Colombian President Gustavo Petro condemned the ELN's strike and ordered Colombia's security forces to attack the rebel group.
- The US has increased its military presence in the region, which some see as pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to resign.
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Petro urges Colombians to celebrate Christmas season despite ELN rebels' forced strike
President Gustavo Petro has urged Colombians to celebrate the Christmas season without fear despite a forced strike announced by rebels.
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