Can Colombia's FARC rebels keep fighting?

Since the recent death of their leader and the freeing of Ingrid Betancourt in 2008, the FARC rebels have lost ground, but continue to harass the Colombian army. Is the previously formidable revolutionary war machine still as dangerous today? France 24 takes you to the depths of the jungle to meet a new generation of rebels who say they are ready to carry on the fight.

REPORTERS

By Romeo Langlois

12/04/2013 - REPORTERS

Venezuela is on the edge of a new era. When strongman President Chavez lost his battle with cancer in early March, he left behind uncertainty, fear and division. During 14 years in power, Chavez built an army of ardent supporters. But there are many other Venezuelans who see the president's death as a chance to change their country, to end the tight government control of everyday life. Our reporters went to see what a post-Chavez Venezuela might look like.

05/04/2013 - REPORTERS

France's explosive picket lines

In France, more and more factories are closing. Many employees who risk losing their jobs find themselves torn between anger and despair. Our reporters went out to the picket lines and met workers willing to do anything to keep their jobs.

29/03/2013 - REPORTERS

Thailand's forgotten conflict

For almost ten years, the Muslim provinces of southern Thailand have been the stage for a forgotten civil war. The Thai government is trying to impose its authority on a region that has close ties with neighbouring Malaysia. The fighting has left local people trapped between military operations and bomb attacks. But is it about religion or territory? Our reporter travelled deep into the heart of southern Thailand to find out.

24/03/2013 - REPORTERS

EXCLUSIVE: Mali, in the line of fire

We are in the Ifoghas mountains, in the far north of Mali. Fierce clashes are taking place between French troops and jihadists. In the fighting, four jihadists are killed. But among the bodies is a survivor, a child soldier of just fourteen. Our reporter, Matthieu Mabin, was with the French forces as the attack happened. He brings us this exclusive report.

22/03/2013 - REPORTERS

Mali: the scars of Sharia in Gao

The tension in the city of Gao is almost palpable. Liberated by French and Malian soldiers in January, it’s still threatened by jihadists. Order has been restored but most of northern Mali’s largest city lies in ruins. France 24 met residents who are learning to live freely again.

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100% Colombian !

by Anonyme - 01/06/2012 - 05:22

many of this people have been brainwashed , they lie, if they dont get help from the government is because they dont want it, they kill people, their business is COKE! everyone knows that ! they use kids for their stupid war. dont believe them !