Colombian authorities have arrested a sniper allegedly linked to the National Liberation Army (ELN) rebel group, accused of planning an assassination attempt against President De la Espriella. The president announced the capture, celebrating the success of the operation. The suspect, known by the alias “Firulais,” was apprehended on Thursday. Details surrounding the planned attack remain limited, but the arrest signals a crackdown on potential threats against the president. This development occurs amidst ongoing peace negotiations with the ELN. The capture is expected to impact the fragile peace process as investigations continue into the extent of the plot and potential collaborators. Authorities believe Firulais played a direct role in planning the attack.