Colombia landmines: Farc rebels to help army clear minefields
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[QUOTE][B]Colombia's government and Farc rebels have agreed to work together to remove landmines in rural areas of the country where they have fought since the 1960s.[/B]The announcement was made in Cuba, where both sides have been engaged in peace talks for more than two years.
Under the deal, Farc rebels will work alongside members of the military to remove the landmines and other explosive devices.
Colombia is one of the most heavily mined countries in the world.
More than 11,000 people have been injured or killed by landmines in Colombia over the past 15 years.
"The proposal for demining is a first step, but a giant step toward making peace," said Colombian government chief negotiator Humberto de la Calle.
[B]'No weapons'[/B]President Juan Manuel Santos welcomed the news, which gives his government's peace efforts another boost.[/QUOTE]
[url]http://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-31784339?ocid=socialflow_twitter[/url]
I hope this leads the path to peace in that country.
I doubt it will hold, but if it does we may be looking at the first steps to a peaceful future.
Mutual loathing certainly is better than all-out war.
[QUOTE=ksenior;47281565]I doubt it will hold, but if it does we may be looking at the first steps to a peaceful future.[/QUOTE]
IIRC, the only thing that really kept the war going with FARC was its elderly leader refused to give in, even at the end. But then he died a year or two ago, allowing more friendly talks with the Colombian government.
Awesome, I hope everything goes well and if any shit starts then they at least keep their folk together mine clearing.
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