Colombia JEP faces controversy over resources and validity; president likens FARC leaders to mafia

Colombian President De la Espriella publicly equated former FARC leaders Iván Mordisco and Rodrigo Londoño with mafia figures, escalating political pressure on the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP). The JEP's legitimacy and funding are under growing scrutiny, signaling a potential shift in transitional justice policy. The statement may undermine peace process credibility and affect ongoing negotiations.