The contractors had been held for 5 years. There have been intensive efforts to get them free for all 5 years. If we didn’t succeed today, we would have kept trying.
Colombia is an outstanding friend, and I hope they continue to kick the FARC’s butt. This is just the latest in a string of victories over the last 6 months.
Thank you for your additional comments. As far as it goes, I agree with all that you said. I appreciate your insight.