Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has told the BBC that he believes there is now a 'real threat' of US military action against Colombia. Petro said the US is treating other nations as part of a US 'empire'. It comes after Trump said a military operation in Colombia 'sounds good'. Petro cautioned that the US risks transitioning from being 'a dominating force in the world' to becoming 'isolated from the world.' He also accused US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents of acting like 'Nazi brigades' and condemned enhanced ICE operations under Trump's administration, which are part of a crackdown on crime and illegal immigration. "text": "Following US strikes on Venezuela, Trump indicated that military action in Colombia could be a possibility. After a recent phone call with Trump, Petro noted that despite a seemingly improved tone, tensions remain high. In the call, much of the conversation revolved around issues like drug trafficking and the situation in Venezuela. However, Petro’s remarks indicate that relations could still be fraught, emphasizing that Colombia prioritizes dialogue and peace.", "text": "Reflecting on Colombia's handling of potential military threats, Petro indicated preference for dialogue over confrontation while acknowledging Colombia’s historical challenges with external military forces. He mentioned that current approaches to drug trafficking involve a mix of negotiation and military strategies, asserting that any foreign military threat would not be met solely with conventional military response. His comments highlight a critical moment in Colombia’s foreign relations and its stance against perceived U.S. aggression."
Colombian President Warns of 'Real Threat' from U.S. Military Action
Colombian President Warns of 'Real Threat' from U.S. Military Action
In an interview with BBC, Colombian President Gustavo Petro expresses concerns over potential U.S. military actions against Colombia, characterizing it as a 'real threat' fueled by recent remarks from former President Trump.
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has voiced strong apprehensions about the possibility of U.S. military intervention in Colombia, sparked by comments from former President Trump suggesting military operations could be beneficial. Petro criticized this approach, framing it as part of a broader imperialist mentality of the U.S. towards Latin America and raised concerns over recent U.S. immigration enforcement actions. He emphasized the need for dialogue rather than confrontation, drawing on Colombia's historical responses to foreign military engagements.
