President Abelardo De La Espriella Addresses Security Council Following Car Bomb Attack in Cúcuta

President Abelardo De La Espriella attended a security council meeting in Cúcuta following a car bomb attack at a police station in Los Patios. The explosion occurred at 11:15 am on Monday, resulting in one civilian death and leaving at least 11 people injured, including seven police officers. Authorities identified alias David and alias Nay as the primary figures responsible for planning the terrorist action on behalf of the ELN urban structure in Cúcuta. The attack utilized a stolen vehicle from 2024 that was outfitted with explosives. Alias David, a known explosives expert and violent leader, is noted for his role in planning and executing actions against the public force and civilians. Alias Nay designed the specific terrorist plan and defined the target points. President Abelardo De La Espriella stated that the state will use all its force where terrorists want to sow fear. The administration's strategy involves a "total war" against crime, prioritizing force to address the structural changes in violence across the country.

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