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French Foreign Legion Soldier Taken Hostage by Guerrillas Escaped in Colombia
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French Foreign Legion Soldier Taken Hostage by Guerrillas Escaped in Colombia

SIC Notícias8 September 2026 at 07:24

A 30-year-old soldier from the French Foreign Legion was taken hostage by guerrillas in Colombia. The man was captured while traveling on a road in the Nariño region, in the southwest of the country.

The soldier managed to escape from his captors. The news about the kidnapping and subsequent escape was reported recently.

The Nariño region, where the incident occurred, is known for the presence of criminal organizations linked to drug trafficking and illegal mining. These armed groups frequently operate in the area, making it a dangerous region for travelers and civilians.

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