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US urges Colombia and Farc to sign peace accord.
US urges Colombia and Farc to sign peace accord.
2 hours ago
US Secretary of State John Kerry had urged the Colombian government and the Farc rebels to redouble their efforts to reach a peace accord.
He met both delegations in Cuba, where the negotiations are being held.
Humberto de la Calle, the head of the Colombian delegation, said the US had offered to help provide security during the disarmament process if a deal is signed.
The talks are currently centred on the sensitive issue of disarmament.
More:
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-35868451
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http://www.democraticunderground.com/10141385885
