Colombia: All hostages must be released

02 Jul

Posted by Otto in Human Rights

In reaction to the news that former presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt has at last gained her freedom, Amnesty International said:

“This is positive news but we should not forget about the other hundreds who continue to be held across Colombia. We urge the FARC to release them immediately and unconditionally."

Link to amnesty.org

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