HAVANA, Cuba – The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia says a high-ranking leader has arrived in Havana to join peace talks with the Colombian government.
A statement from the rebel army known as the FARC says Pablo Catatumbo arrived Saturday.
The FARC published a photo Sunday of Catatumbo with two guerrillas in Havana.
The 60-year-old Catatumbo was born Jorge Torres Victoria. He is leader of the FARC’s western front.
Some analysts have looked favourably on Catatumbo joining the negotiations, saying it is important for the FARC’s military wing to be represented.
He is said to be a key lieutenant of commander Alfonso Cano.
FARC and Colombian government representatives have been in negotiations in Cuba since the fall.
The FARC was created in 1964 and currently has an estimated 7,800 guerrilla fighters.
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