The Colombian terrorist group ELN issued threats against right-wing presidential candidate Abdela Esprilla on February 12, 2026, between 2:46 PM and 5:46 PM UTC, as reported by journalist Emma Rincón on X. The threats targeted Esprilla, whose X handle is @ABDELAESPRIELLA, according to the post from https://x.com/EmmaRincon/status/2021973244140826984. No specific details on the content or timing of the threats beyond the ELN attribution were provided in the breaking news alert posted within the 2-hour-59-minute reporting window. Colombian authorities have not yet issued an official response to the reported threats as of 5:46 PM UTC. The ELN, or National Liberation Army, has a history of targeting political figures amid Colombia's ongoing internal conflict. This development marks a significant escalation in the current presidential campaign period.
