Colombian rebels say kidnapped French Legion soldier alive
By The BriefBrief
Colombian rebels from the Central General Staff said they are responsible for kidnapping a Colombian national serving in the elite French Foreign Legion. They stated Jose Olger Melo Charry, reportedly on leave in Colombia, is alive and in “perfect health”.
WHO:Central General Staff (Colombian rebel group)
WHAT:Said it kidnapped a Colombian serving in the French Foreign Legion and claimed the hostage is alive and in perfect health
WHEN:Aug 31, 2026
WHERE:Colombia
WHY:The group made a claim about the status of the kidnapped soldier it said it took.
