Topic: Ingrid Betancourt

FARC hostage release raises hopes for Colombia peace talks

The release of all hostages is a condition for opening talks with the FARC to end decades of internal conflict in Colombia, but analysts say peace talks won't begin any time soon.

Colombia's FARC rebels say group will stop kidnapping

The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) said Sunday it will free remaining hostages and stop kidnapping civilians in a bid to restart peace talks with the government.

Top 5 signs of a weakening FARC in Colombia

In a historic shift, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) says it will no longer use kidnapping as a tool for political and financial gain. The shift comes after three years of government success in weakening the group. Here are five of the defining moments.

French journalists return home after Afghanistan hostage ordeal [VIDEO]

Hervé Ghesquierè and Stéphane Taponier were joyously welcomed home after 547 days as hostages of the Taliban.

Bestselling books the week of Oct. 14, 2010, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.

Bestselling books the week of Sept. 30, 2010, according to IndieBound*

Will anyone in Colombia buy Ingrid Betancourt's new book?

Today's release of Ingrid Betancourt's book, 'Even Silence has an End,' about her six years in captivity in a guerrilla camp, was marked by calls to boycott her memoir.

Hostage Nation

This true story of the dramatic rescue of three captive Americans raises disturbing questions about the US war on drugs in Colombia.

Hostages freed ahead of Colombia election runoff

Three high-level hostages were freed in a surprise jungle raid this weekend, boosting the campaign of conservative presidential candidate Juan Manuel Santos just days before the Colombia election runoff.

Colombia election ends reign of 'savior' Álvaro Uribe

Álvaro Uribe brought security to a nation that once inspired Hollywood drug-trafficking film 'Clear and Present Danger.' But his scandals could sink would-be successor Juan Manuel Santos in Colombia's May 30 presidential vote.

In Colombia, FARC rebels release their longest-held hostage

After 12 years as a hostage, Sgt. Pablo Emilio Moncayo was released by FARC rebels in Colombia today. Could this be the next step in releasing all remaining FARC hostages in Colombia?

Colombia vote: Former FARC hostages run for Congress

Six former FARC hostages – each held for years by the leftist rebel group – are running for Congress in Sunday's Colombia vote. Voters are choosing 102 senators and 166 representatives in the legislative elections.

Colombia's FARC captures governor

Governor Luis Francisco Cuellar was dragged from his bedroom in his pajamas late Monday after the door to his home was blasted down with explosives, according to local officials.

How world views Obama Nobel Peace Prize

President Barack Obama's Nobel Peace Prize is praised in many countries as a reflection of a "new hope" in world politics, but others worry it came too soon. A global roundup of views.

Colombia extradites paramilitary leader to US over rights groups protests

Hebert Veloza Garcia's extradition will stymie efforts to find justice for his victims, say Colombian human rights groups.

Colombian rebels' new strategy: release hostages

The release of four hostages Sunday marks an attempt by FARC to regain public credibility after a devastating year, say analysts.

Latin America's democracy crossroad

Democracy looks strong, but it will be put to the test.

What will Ingrid Betancourt's South America tour accomplish?

The former Colombian hostage visited eight nations this past week pushing for leaders to support efforts to free hostages still held by leftist rebels.

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At U.N., a bolder approach to terrorism

The secretary-general held a symposium Tuesday on the victims of terrorism – the first conference on the topic held by the UN.

Global rally for Colombia's kidnapped

Demonstrators from presidents to pop stars filled the streets across Colombia and in 80 cities worldwide, demanding that FARC release all remaining hostages.

Venezuela's Chávez softens stance

After a series of setbacks, leftist President Hugo Chávez welcomed his conservative nemesis – Colombia's Álvaro Uribe – to a reconcilatory meeting on Friday.

Will Colombia's Ingrid Betancourt run for president?

The Franco-Colombian politician was freed from a jungle rebel camp last week. Now Bogotá's buzzing with talk about her political future.