The Colombian border village of Tres Bocas has been deserted as residents seek refuge in neighboring Venezuela to escape the escalating violence in the Catatumbo region. The conflict between the National Liberation Army (ELN) and a rival group, FARC-EMC, has resulted in the deaths of at least 80 people and the displacement of thousands.
According to the United Nations, over 18,000 individuals have fled the northeastern region, with approximately 1,000 seeking shelter in Venezuela. Fear of ongoing firefights in rural areas has driven many residents to leave their homes in search of safety.
