JEP opens first FARC-politics trial against Luis Fernando Almario

Colombia's Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) has formally accused former FARC commander Luis Fernando Almario of over 30 crimes including homicide, forced displacement, and unlawful detention, marking the first trial linking FARC members to political crimes. The case tests the transitional justice framework's ability to hold ex-combatants accountable while maintaining the peace process. The outcome will set precedent for future JEP prosecutions and affect public trust in the peace accords.