VOICED : Tribunal de paz investigará a exguerrilla FARC por reclutar a 18.000 menores en Colombia

The Colombian Tribunal of Peace announced an investigation into the FARC for recruiting thousands of minors during its armed conflict. Approximately 5,700 cases involve children under 14, violating international humanitarian law. The investigation will focus on events from 1996 to 2006. Twenty-six former FARC members are called to testify voluntarily. The tribunal will decide on charges for international crimes, including forced disappearance, homicide, and sexual violence related to the recruitment of minors.

What is the main focus of the investigation announced by the Peace Tribunal?

• The environmental damage caused by FARC

• The political influence of FARC

• The recruitment of minors by FARC

• The economic impact of the FARC

How many cases involve minors under the age of 14?

• Approximately 1,000

• Approximately 10,000

• Approximately 3,500

• Approximately 5,700

Which period is the investigation prioritizing?

• 2010 to 2020

• 1980 to 1990

• 1996 to 2006

• 2006 to 2016

How many ex-combatants have been called to provide their version of events?

• 10

• 15

• 26

• 50

What types of international crimes might the judges consider charging?

• Tax evasion and fraud

• Forced disappearance, homicide, and sexual violence

• Environmental pollution and deforestation

• Cybercrime and hacking