Colombia: hunger strike at Cuaca University

Student protests against privatisation and for freedom of speech began several months ago, culminating in the occupation of the historical centre in San Domingo. On May 31st Colombian Police special forces (ESMAD) broke the occupation with the help of a tank. In the process causing damage to the centre, recognised as a world heritage site.

These 16 students were arrested during the eviction, although they were later released without charge. They have however been threatened with expulsion for their activities and launched the hunger strike in protest at this.

Translated and edited from CNT-F FTE article