Former Colombia leader asks pardon for army killings of civilians
Former president Santos asks forgiveness for deaths of thousands during armed conflict with left-wing fighters.
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Ex-FARC rebels sworn into Colombia’s Congress
Outgoing president calls for protection of peace as several former rebel fighters become legislators.
Will the ex-FARC leader’s arrest threaten peace?
While analysts say the arrest is a ‘serious blow’ to FARC, they say it could bolster the peace process in the long run.
FARC leader’s arrest sends ‘bad message’ for peace
Jesus Santrich was arrested in Bogota on charges of planning to smuggle $320m worth of cocaine to the US.
Colombia’s FARC rebels begin disarming under peace deal
The armed group is set to start an inventory of its weapons and destroying munitions under UN supervision.
From: Featured Documentaries
The Nobel Interview: Juan Manuel Santos
As Colombia’s president receives the 2016 Nobel Peace Prize, he discusses the FARC peace deal and challenges ahead.
Published On 11 Dec 2016
Colombia’s Santos accepts Nobel Peace Prize
President awarded prize for efforts to bring his country’s more than 50-year-long conflict with FARC to an end.
Colombia to begin peace talks with ELN rebels
Move comes after deal signed with the FARC rebel group – a pact that was narrowly rejected by voters in a referendum.
Colombia: A Nobel Prize to save peace
The Nobel Peace Prize will offer Juan Manuel Santos and Colombians a second shot at peace.
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From: Inside Story
How is the Nobel Peace Prize awarded?
The president of Colombia wins award despite the referendum result to reject peace with FARC rebels.
Published On 8 Oct 2016
Why Colombians opposed the peace deal with FARC
The outcome of the referendum on the peace accord may be shocking but it is largely a result of domestic politics.
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