Seven killed in wave of bomb, gun attacks across southwest Colombia

In Southwest Colombia, a series of explosions and gun attacks near police stations have resulted in at least seven deaths, attributed to rebel groups. The attacks targeted Cali and nearby towns using car bombs, rifle fire, and possibly a drone. Police suspect the FARC-EMC group, made up of former FARC members, is responsible. This violence follows the attempted assassination of presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay at a rally.

Colombia is on edge as fears of returning to violent past grow. Many citizens have held vigils, expressing anger over the assassination attempt and calling for government action.