Colombia and Venezuela launched a joint operation to counter guerrilla groups that are fighting in the mountainous northeastern Catatumbo region. The violence broke out after the National Liberation Army (ELN) targeted rival armed groups and their alleged sympathizers in an attempt to assert control over a swath of the border region that is home to coca plantations that supply much of the world’s cocaine.
Colombia, Venezuela launch joint operation to counter guerrilla groups
European far-right parties struggle to unify stance on US-Iran conflict
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
The war involving Iran has unsettled nationalist parties across Europe this morning.
Leaders grapple with internal divisions as they seek
Trump escalates tensions with Iran amid lack of public support in US
EUROPEAN UPDATES
This morning, Europe faces pressing economic and geopolitical challenges.
Leaders convene to address cooperation and stability across the European Union.