Colombian politician marks fifth year of captivity

February 22, 2007

Ingrid Bétancourt, a Colombian politician kidnapped by FARC rebels five years ago as she entered Marxist territory in the South American nation, has become a cause celebre in France. French Foreign Minister Philippe Douste-Blazy held a joint press conference with Ingrid's sister Astrid to mark the sombre five-year anniversary. Images and soundbites.