COLOMBIA: FARC Planting New Landmines Even As Clearing Them Continues.

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Colombia is one of the most mined countries in the world. Between 1990 and this past October, there were at least 8,081 victims from explosive devices. And FARC rebels are increasing landmines use. “We’re clearing mines at the same time as more are being planted in other parts of the country. We’re attending to victims at the same time that new communities are being affected by this phenomenon,” said expert Andres Davila. “A landmine is a perfect soldier: It doesn’t eat, it doesn’t ask for vacation, it doesn’t need to rest and it is active for 30 years,” said Lt. Colonel Mauricio Moreno.