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Members of the Indigenous Guard wait for the start of a protest march against President Ivan Duque, in Bogota, Colombia, Friday, Nov. 29, 2019. The indigenous group arrived in the Colombian capital Friday to take part in the upcoming Dec. 4th national strike and anti-government march. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

Colombia president extends olive branch to protesters

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A student throws a tear gas canister back at the police during clashes at the National University in Bogota, Colombia, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019. Protesters are calling for another mass demonstration in Colombia Wednesday after talks with President Ivan Duque hit a snag. (AP Photo/Ivan Valencia)

Myriad frustrations draw Colombians back onto streets

By CHRISTINE ARMARIO - Associated Press

A Colombian national flag lays at the site where Dilan Cruz was injured during clashes between anti-government protesters and security forces, in Bogota, Colombia, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019. Cruz, an 18-year-old high school student, died two days after being hit in the head by a projectile reportedly fired by riot police during a protest. His case has resonated in Colombian society, touching off a debate about excessive use of force and making him a symbol for many young protesters. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

Colombia protesters vow new strike after talks hit snag

By MANUEL RUEDA and CHRISTINE ARMARIO - Associated Press