US backed fumigation plan fuels debate in Colombia
In Colombia a Washington backed drug crop fumigation plan sparks health risk concerns while U S ambassador warns aid could be cut if the program ends. Gen Gustavo Socha accuses traffickers of smearing the plan and feigning illnesses to undermine the campaign against cocaine and heroin production across 123 500 acres since last December.
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Mount Etna shows relief as ash plume wanes and airport eyes reopening
Scientists report Etna’s ash plume has narrowed to about 100 feet, raising hope that Catania Fontanarossa Airport could reopen Monday after Thursday shutdowns. Lava flow remains a concern as winds spread ash and authorities review closures amid tourist disruption.
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