[Colombia] Explosions/Remote violence: Shelling/artillery/missile attack

Summary

Single-source detection — awaiting independent verification. On March 31, 2025, the National Liberation Army (ELN) conducted artillery attacks on military targets in Arauca department, Colombia, including the Naranjitos military base and army patrols in nearby areas. The attacks caused material damage but no reported casualties, with the ELN claiming responsibility via social media.

Supply chain impact

No commodities or chokepoints are directly mapped to this event; second-order effects depend on how the situation escalates. Arauca department borders Venezuela and has historically experienced armed group activity that can disrupt regional economic activities, but specific supply chain implications require confirmation of the incident's scope and any broader security deterioration.

Watch points

• Monitor for independent reporting from Colombian media or official government sources to verify the incident details
• Track any escalation in ELN military activity across Arauca department that could affect cross-border commerce with Venezuela