Colombia’s Farc Rebels Laying Down Last of Weapons

摘要

As part of an historic peace deal signed last year, Colombia’s Farc rebel group began the final disarmament process Tuesday, handing over the last of its weapons to UN personnel. President Juan Manuel Santos announced via Twitter that around 5,800 Farc soldiers had already disarmed so far, accounting for about 60 of the group’s weapons. This final stage of disarmament lasts through Jun. 27 and will see the group lay down the remaining 7,000 weapons, according to the UN. The far-left Farc will now move toward taking on a political role in Colombia, with ex-guerrillas taking part in a program to help them transition to civilian life.