The president of Colombia has announced a new approach to dealing with criminal groups. Abelardo de la Espriella stated that all such groups should be treated as "terrorists". This move is seen as a sign of a tougher security policy by his government.
The president made his comments during a Security Council meeting, where he noted that various criminal activities are connected. He believes the state should not differentiate between them when combating these groups.
Further details on this development are available from the source, including comments made by the president on the financing of criminal structures.
