The acquittal in Bogota of three Irishmen falsely accused of terrorism is an embarrassing setback for the Colombian government. It is also compelling evidence of the deep duplicity of the British government and its Unionist allies in Ireland. Similarly, it underlines the dishonesty of much of the international news media, whose coverage overwhelmingly presumed the three men’s guilt. The acquittal is an important win for determined human rights defenders in Colombia and across the world. Here Caitriona Ruane, coordinator of the campaign to release the three, talks to Toni Solo about the case and continuing dangers preventing the men returning home. Please register or log in to continue reading.