Colombia is developing a new tactical drone capable of carrying 18 pounds of explosives for military operations against guerrillas and drug traffickers. The rise of this drone technology occurs as the country faces increased violence following the collapse of ceasefires with criminal groups. Drug traffickers have adopted drones to monitor operations and attack security forces, leading to about 200 attacks in two years. The accessibility of commercial drones at low prices has empowered these groups against the military's technologically superior capabilities, threatening civilian safety in the process.
The drone is the latest salvo in the government's battle against guerrillas and drug-traffickers.
Colombia is a late comer to drone warfare despite its conflict dating back to the 1960s.
Over the past two years, these groups have successfully attacked security forces about 200 times with explosive-laden drones.
The conflict will always be a David vs. Goliath situation but a drone can be the perfect solution for these groups.
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