Colombian Rebel Group EMC to Refrain from Attacking COP16

A faction of Colombia's rebel group, Estado Mayor Central (EMC), announced this week that it will not attack the United Nation's COP16 biodiversity conference in Cali. The EMC consists of dissident former FARC fighters who disapprove of the 2016 peace agreement with the government.

A faction of Colombia's rebel group, Estado Mayor Central (EMC), has declared it will not target the United Nation's COP16 biodiversity conference in Cali later this year.

The EMC comprises dissident former fighters from the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) who oppose the 2016 peace deal with the government.

This announcement comes as a significant relief ahead of the critical environmental summit, ensuring a safer environment for global delegates.

(With inputs from agencies.)