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Colombian Drug Gangs Recruit Children via Social Media for Drone Piloting

Colombian drug gangs are reportedly using social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok to recruit children to pilot drones for their operations.

25 Aug, 07:07 — 25 Aug, 07:07
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express-tribuneMostly Factual7d ago

Facebook, TikTok promoted Colombian armed groups' content to recruit children: HRW

HRW says circulation of content by armed groups 'glorifies life in armed group ranks', promotes 'deceptive job offers'

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express-tribune25 Aug, 07:07First to report

Facebook, TikTok promoted Colombian armed groups' content to recruit children: HRW

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Times of India25 Aug, 10:21Latest update

Colombian drug gangs recruiting children through social media to pilot drones

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