VII. The Contemporary Period, 1945–2000 > D. Latin America, 1945–2000 > 2. South America, 1945–2000 > h. Colombia > 1983, Nov
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1983, Nov
 
The FARC, the M-19, and the ELN formed a political alliance.  1
 
1984, April 30
 
Justice Minister Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was assassinated by drug traffickers. Pres. Betancur then imposed a state of siege, declaring war on the drug trade.  2
 
May–Aug
 
New cease-fires were signed with several guerrilla groups. In spite of violations of the agreement by military attacks on the FARC in December, the peace process continued.  3
 
 
 
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