A military operation in Colombia resulted in the deaths of at least three soldiers following a drone strike. Local government and military officials have publicly blamed the National Liberation Army (ELN), a prominent guerrilla group, for orchestrating the assault. The use of drones in this capacity marks a concerning escalation in the ongoing conflict between the state and insurgent groups operating within the region.

While authorities have pointed to the ELN as the perpetrators, the group has not yet issued a formal statement confirming or denying their involvement in the specific incident. The attack highlights the evolving tactics of non-state actors in Colombia, who are increasingly utilizing commercial and modified drone technology to target military personnel. Security forces are currently investigating the site of the attack to determine the exact origin of the drone and the specific methods used to carry out the strike. As of now, the military remains on high alert in the affected area, with further operations expected to track down those responsible for the deaths.