Colombian navy activates Plan Acorazado in Caribbean for Holy Week

The Colombian navy deployed Plan Acorazado in the Caribbean to ensure safety during Holy Week, extending until April 5. The operation covers multiple departments with maritime, riverine, and land patrols. Authorities are coordinating with other agencies to protect tourists and locals.

The Colombian navy ramped up operations in the Colombian Caribbean through Plan Acorazado, targeting tourist and religious areas in departments including Antioquia, Atlántico, Bolívar, Cesar, Chocó, Córdoba, La Guajira, Magdalena, San Andrés, Santander, and Sucre.

The Caribbean Naval Force activated security measures at sea, rivers, and land routes, with ongoing patrols to prevent incidents. In coordination with the Maritime General Directorate (DIMAR), surveillance was strengthened at beaches and protected zones, providing advice on authorized docks and safety gear for vessels.

Marine Infantry units, alongside the National Police, set up checkpoints on major land routes and conduct road safety education campaigns. Coast Guard, Naval Aviation, and Marine Infantry units are at maximum readiness in strategic points, patrolling main rivers to ensure safe navigation.

Authorities urged reporting emergencies to the Coast Guard's 146 line or Gaula Military's 147, aiming to prevent public order disruptions and support visitors during this high-mobility period.

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Cali mayor Alejandro Eder announces bolstered security at entry points and strategic zones amid terrorist threats.
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Cali implements new security measures after threats

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Cali's mayor Alejandro Eder led an extraordinary security council to bolster measures against possible terrorist threats. The actions include increased checks at six main entry points and presence in seven strategic zones. This comes amid recent violence in nearby areas like Jamundí and northern Cauca.

Colombia's National Police announced the deployment of 34,720 officers nationwide under the ‘Semana Santa Segura’ strategy to ensure safety during Holy Week. The plan covers road checks, tourist site protection, environmental measures, and prevention of child exploitation. In Huila, a device with around 1,200 officers was activated.

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Colombia's Comando General de las Fuerzas Militares is commemorating 75 years since its creation in 1951, emphasizing its shift to multidomain operations against modern threats. The command coordinates the National Army, Colombian Navy, and Aerospace Force to safeguard national sovereignty. It currently deploys around 246,000 personnel nationwide.

The Philippine Coast Guard expects no major impact from the oil crisis and high living costs on Holy Week sea travelers, estimated at three million. PCG spokesperson Commodore Noemie Cayabyab said the effect would be minimal, similar to last year's numbers. Monitoring began on March 28 until April 5 under Oplan Byaheng Ayos Semana Santa 2026.

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Spain's Guardia Civil boarded the Arconian freighter at sea, guarded by six armed men, and escorted it to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with a massive cocaine shipment. Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska called it one of the most significant seizures nationally and internationally. Weighing is ongoing on Monday without a final figure.

At a zonal security meeting in Valle del Cauca, officials from Vijes and Yumbo requested bolstered Police and Fiscalía presence to tackle local crime. Led by the Gobernación, the gathering agreed on technical tables to address criminal structures and enhance justice. Municipalities like Jamundí also seek greater institutional support.

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Colombia's National Police Traffic and Transport Directorate reported over 3.2 million vehicles on major roads during the post-holiday Return Plan. The agency deployed 5,000 officers nationwide for safe mobility. The Transport Ministry had estimated up to 4 million vehicles overall during the holiday.

 

 

 

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