Farmers recently granted land by the Colombian state in Meta department have reported armed attacks and threats of forced eviction. The beneficiaries of the National Land Agency (ANT) program allege they are being targeted. Colombian authorities – including the National Police, Gaula anti-extortion unit, and the Navy – are investigating the incidents. The attacks raise concerns about ongoing land disputes and security risks for those participating in land restitution programs. Details regarding the specific nature of the attacks and the identity of the perpetrators have not yet been released. This situation highlights the challenges faced in implementing land reform and protecting vulnerable populations in rural areas. La Silla Vacía first reported the news.
