Colombian President Gustavo Petro paid a visit on June 10 to four indigenous children who miraculously survived a plane crash in Colombia's southern jungle after being missing for over five weeks. Accompanied by Colombia's First Lady, Veronica Alcocer, Petro arrived at the central military hospital in Bogota to meet the children, express his support, and assess their condition.
The siblings were discovered on June 9 in Caqueta province following an extensive search effort conducted by the military, indigenous communities, and other parties. After being initially treated by military medics, they were subsequently transferred to a military hospital in the capital city.
During the visit, President Petro and the First Lady presented gifts to the children and engaged in discussions with doctors and family members regarding the children's health. According to the Colombian government, the children are currently in an "acceptable" state of health but are not yet able to consume solid food. However, they are being properly hydrated and stabilized under medical care.
Photos shared by Colombia's military reveal the children's gaunt appearance, highlighting the challenges they endured during their ordeal.
The children's harrowing journey began in the early hours of May 1 when the Cessna 206 aircraft they were traveling in, carrying a total of seven individuals, experienced engine failure while en route from Araracuara airport in Caqueta to San Jose del Guaviare in Guaviare province. The pilot issued a distress signal, but tragically, three adults, including the children's mother, lost their lives in the crash. Their bodies were recovered from inside the wreckage.
The nation remains captivated by the remarkable survival of the indigenous children, who endured weeks of uncertainty in the dense jungle. Their recovery and ongoing treatment will continue to be closely monitored as they gradually rebuild their lives following this traumatic incident.
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