<p>5 killed and a dozen wounded in an apparent rebel attack in southwest Colombia. The first attack like this since the government began peace talks that week.
The attack occurred in the department of Putumayo, which straddles Colombia's border with Ecuador and Peru, and also included explosives. "Our hearts are with the families of the soldiers who lost their lives in the despicable attack," Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos wrote on twitter.
The Colombian government has said that it will continue its military operations against the FARC and will not consider a cease-fire until after a final agreement is reached.
Source: http://www.cnn.com/2012/10/20/world/americas/colombia-violence/index.html
I've heard many stories of fighting and safety issues in many South American countries. I have family down there so i hope that they and everyone around them stay safe.
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