Colombian rebel group, EMC, has claimed responsibility for the capture of a French Foreign Legionnaire, holding him since August 6th. The group announced the legionnaire, a “decanus” (corporal), is currently alive. No further details regarding the circumstances of his capture or the group's demands have been released. This incident marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict between the EMC and Colombian authorities. The EMC emerged following a split within the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) and continues to operate in remote regions of the country. The French government has not yet officially commented on the situation, but is likely to be involved in securing his release. This hostage taking raises concerns about the safety of foreign nationals operating in conflict zones within Colombia.