Army troops respond to alleged drone attack at La Agustina toll booth in Cauca
A military unit guarding the La Agustina toll booth (Mondomo area, Pan-American Highway) reacted to an attack that allegedly involved drones launched by illegal armed groups.
Preliminary information points to suspected FARC dissidents as the perpetrators. No details on damage or injuries have been released so far.
Explosive Drone Attack Reported at Amaime Hydroelectric Plant in Palmira, Valle del Cauca
An attack involving explosive-laden drones has been reported against the Amaime Hydroelectric Plant in the La Esperanza rural area, roughly 40 minutes from the municipality of Palmira in Valle del Cauca, Colombia.
Initial reports indicate the devices struck the plant’s machinery section. Troops from the No. 3 Colonel Agustín Codazzi Engineer Battalion quickly arrived to secure the site and assess the situation.
As of the latest updates, no official confirmation has been issued on casualties, the full extent of infrastructure damage, or those responsible for the attack. Authorities continue to investigate.
On November 6th, eight currency exchange businesses in Ontario and British Columbia were sanctioned by the United States. According to the Treasury Department, they operated with Iranian exchanges and sent funds to addresses linked to the Revolutionary Guard and the Ryan Wedding drug network.
On November 9th, Chainalysis reported that over $8.8 million had been sent to that network, and approximately $2.3 million had been received from wallets linked to terrorism financing. Their primary business was exchanging cash for USDT.
Before using a currency exchange or OTC (over-the-counter) service, review the OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions list: https://t.co/20lZseVLZ9. Also, check if they offer exchange to Iranian rial or anonymous exchange services. U.S. companies are required to block and report assets of sanctioned individuals. This is also important if you received USDT from one of these businesses.
President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador confirmed that forces destroyed the home of Wilson Joseph, alias “Lanmò San Jou,” leader of Haiti’s 400 Mawozo gang, along with the gang’s headquarters.
“Promises kept… We destroyed the home of Lanmò San Jou and the headquarters of the 400 Mawozo gang in Haiti. Most of the gang members fled without even trying to fight. What cowards!” Bukele said.
Omar García Harfuch Details Arrest of “R1,” Leader of CJNG-Linked “Los Rs” Cell Accused in Carlos Manzo Murder
Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch has provided details on the operation that led to the arrest of Ramón Ángel “N,” alias “R1,” one of the main leaders of “Los Rs,” a criminal cell affiliated with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
According to authorities, “R1” is identified as a suspected intellectual author (mastermind) of the murder of Carlos Manzo, the former mayor of Uruapan, Michoacán. He is accused of participating in the decision, planning, and financing of the attack, as well as giving the direct order for the killing. His capture is part of broader investigations into the case that have resulted in dozens of arrests.
Alias ‘Barba Chivo,’ Member of FARC’s 33rd Front, Captured in Tibú After Surviving Military Bombing
A video shows the moment President ADLE confronted alias ‘Barba Chivo,’ identified as a member of the FARC’s 33rd Front. He was captured by National Army troops in a rural area of Tibú, Norte de Santander, after surviving a military bombing and being intercepted on the ground.
According to official information on the operation, the individual had belonged to the organization for 11 years and was a trusted associate of Andrey Avendaño.
The broader military offensive in Catatumbo left four members dead and six captured. Troops also seized seven rifles and 15 grenades intended for drones, and three camps were reportedly hit.
Two recent operations against armed gangs in Haiti have delivered significant results: the capture of one prominent leader and the death of another.
In a joint operation, Salvadoran military personnel working with the Haitian Coast Guard captured Jean Saint-Louis, alias “Kenken,” identified as one of the country’s main gang leaders. This marks the first high-impact arrest carried out by Salvadoran forces since they began operations in Haiti.
In a separate action in Cité-Soleil, on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, Mathias Sainthil (also reported as Saintil), leader of the Boston gang, was killed after being wounded in a drone strike by security forces. Haitian authorities confirmed his death.
These actions form part of intensified efforts against criminal structures controlling large areas of the capital.
Jalisco state police arrested Alberto Alonso Alencastro, alias “Beto El Mexa,” in Autlán de Navarro. The 27-year-old California native is a high-priority target of the FBI and has been wanted since June on a murder warrant issued in California. He was turned over to Mexican immigration authorities for transfer to face charges in the United States.
These are the 19 people arrested alongside Rafael “N,” alias “El R2,” following an armed confrontation with military personnel at a restaurant in Zapopan, Jalisco.