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ArgentinaArgentina Designates Cartels and Guerrilla Groups as Terrorist Organizations
The Argentine government has officially designated several transnational criminal and guerrilla groups, including the Sinaloa Cartel and FARC-EP, as terrorist organizations, citing their operational capacity and risk to national security.
Background
Latin American nations have long grappled with the pervasive influence of transnational criminal organizations and guerrilla groups. These entities often engage in drug trafficking, extortion, and violence, posing significant challenges to state authority and regional stability. Governments frequently employ various strategies, including legal designations, to counter their operations.
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Argentina Designates Cartels and Guerrilla Groups as Terrorist Organizations
First report 19h agoLast update 19h agoThe government is taking action against transnational groups posing a security risk.
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