URGENT: Colombia's President Slams US as 'Tyrannical' Over Alleged Drug Boat Attacks.

URGENT: Colombia's President Slams US as 'Tyrannical' Over Alleged Drug Boat Attacks Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has condemned the US for launching airstrikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean Sea, calling it an "act of tyranny". The attacks have reportedly killed 17 people since they began this month. Petro made the comments during a BBC interview, where he also called for criminal proceedings against US officials if investigations find Colombians were killed in the attacks. He questioned the use of force, saying: "Why launch a missile if you could simply stop the boat and arrest the crew?" The US has cast the strikes as necessary to stop the flow of fentanyl and other illegal narcotics into the country. However, legal experts and lawmakers have raised concerns that the attacks may violate international human rights laws. Colombia and the US have a long history of collaborating on maritime seizures of cocaine. Petro emphasized the importance of cooperation in combating drug trafficking, but stressed that "zero deaths" should be tolerated in stopping speedboats believed to be involved in smuggling. This is a developing story, with further details expected as more information becomes available. The Colombian government has requested an investigation into the attacks and their impact on civilians. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*