Colombian Soldiers Attacked by Rebels (AP)

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AP - Rebels attacked a Colombian military post in southwest Colombia with homemade rockets early Tuesday, killing 9 soldiers and wounding about 20, the navy said.

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[03USMC]

FARC hits these units all the time. They are under trained and under equipped. And often poorly led. But FARC steers clear of the AUC Para Militaries and regular Colombian Forces. They are trying to pull forces back to the Coast areas and out of their strong holds.