Colombia 2026 Elections: Where Do the Candidates Stand on Dealing With Insurgents?

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Iván CepedaArmed groups should lay down their arms and "join the road of dialogue."May 22, 2026

Pacto Histórico

Abelardo De La EspriellaCriminals only act when weak governments let them. From day one, "we will retake territorial control" and completely dismantle criminal structures.May 22, 2026

Paloma ValenciaWe will "hunt down" all criminality plaguing Colombia "like rats;" no more "Total Peace."May 22, 2026

Paloma Valencia"Total Peace" surrendered territory to armed groups. Colombia needs firm authority and concrete results instead of empty rhetoric.May 22, 2026

Iván CepedaA "political solution to the armed conflict" is the best alternative, and we will pursue peace to the last consequences.May 11, 2026

El Tiempo

Abelardo De La EspriellaDeals with criminals and impunity end here. I will restore order, scrap "total peace," and build remote megaprisons where criminals will serve justice.May 22, 2026