The statement released on official social media accounts added that 786 infrastructure facilities dedicated to the processing of this drug and cocaine base paste were dismantled.

Also seized were 47 tons of marijuana, 8.2 tons of cocaine base paste, 155,000 gallons of liquid inputs, and 205 tons of solid inputs used for narcotic production.

Regarding the fight against armed groups, between January and March, the Armed Forces captured 3,249 individuals belonging to these structures and common criminal gangs.

In addition, 43 people voluntarily came forward, 300 submitted to justice, and 134 minors were rescued.

Among the seized war material were 1,222 firearms, 173,743 rounds of ammunition of various calibers, and more than 2,800 explosive devices.

Other operations included the destruction of illegal mining complexes, as well as the seizure of yellow machinery and tons of minerals such as coltan.

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