Luis Diaz's Father Freed from Kidnappers

The father of Liverpool forward Luis Díaz, who was kidnapped nearly two weeks ago in Colombia, has been released. Luis Manuel Díaz was returned via helicopter to Valledupar, while his mother was rescued shortly after the abduction. The search operation involved hundreds of military and police personnel, with no ransom demands made. The Colombian government has attributed the kidnapping to the guerrilla group ELN, violating a recent cease-fire agreement. Colombia has seen a rise in kidnappings in recent years, with armed groups using them to fund their operations. Luis Díaz made a public plea for his father's release and returned to play for Liverpool, scoring a goal and revealing a shirt with the words "Freedom for dad."