A heated exchange between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and former US President Donald Trump escalated tensions between the two nations. The dispute, unfolding over the past year, saw Trump accuse Petro of drug trafficking and threaten military action. Petro, a left-wing leader, responded by rallying his supporters to defend Colombia's sovereignty. The conflict mirrors the US-Venezuela dynamic under Maduro, but significant differences exist. Trump imposed sanctions against Petro and his wife, mirroring actions taken against Venezuelan leadership. The situation prompted concerns about potential US intervention in Colombia. Petro's supporters mobilized in response to what they perceived as threats to national sovereignty. Colombia, a key US ally in the region, has seen a shift in its relationship with Washington under Petro's leadership. The future of US-Colombia relations remains uncertain as the war of words continues.
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