The Colombian government will present a reform to declare armed groups as terrorists. Interior Minister Rodrigo Lara announced the upcoming legislation but did not specify which groups would initially be included. The framework could potentially extend to individuals responsible for recent forest fires and robberies in the western part of the country. This move signals a hardening of the government’s stance against armed groups operating within Colombia. The reform aims to provide legal tools to combat these organizations more effectively. Details regarding the specific criteria for designation and the legal consequences remain to be revealed. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to national security and addressing escalating violence in certain regions.