How Colombia’s Intelligence Agency Worked with Death Squads

In the late 20th century, Colombia’s internal conflict blurred the line between national security and mass violence.In this investigative episode, we examine documented cases where Colombia’s intelligence and security apparatus collaborated with paramilitary death squads under the justification of counterinsurgency and anti-communist warfare.These alliances were meant to defeat guerrilla groups—but instead normalized extrajudicial killings, disappearances, and state-protected violence.In this episode, we explore:• Why intelligence agencies partnered with paramilitary death squads• How counterinsurgency priorities sidelined law enforcement and human rights• The role of intelligence coordination in targeted killings and disappearances• How criminal and paramilitary groups gained state protection• The long-term damage to democracy, trust, and civilian safetyThis is not just Colombia’s story.It’s a warning about what happens when intelligence agencies decide that violence outside the law is acceptable in the name of stability.🎧 If you’re interested in geopolitics, intelligence operations, state violence, and the hidden cost of counterterrorism and counterinsurgency, this episode is essential listening.👉 Follow the podcast, like the episode, and share it with others who want to understand how power operates behind the scenes.🎙️ See you in the next episode.