Operation Jaqueとは 意味・読み方・使い方

Operation Jaque was a Colombian military operation that resulted in the freedom of 15 hostages, including former Colombian presidential candidate Íngrid Betancourt. The hostages had been held by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). The operation took place on July 2, 2008, along the Apaporis River in the department of Guaviare. According to Colombian officials, the operation's success resulted from a ruse played on the FARC by Colombian Military Intelligence. On the other hand, former French diplomat Noël Saez, and Colombian journalist Gonzalo Guillen have reported on evidences that would show the "operation"as nothing but a publicity stunt.