Colombia’s Petro promises to defend homeland amid Trump threats
Trump’s other Latin American feud: why Colombia’s Petro is not Maduro
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In January 2026, Colombian President Gustavo Petro responded to threats from U.S. President Donald Trump, stating he would defend Colombia against potential U.S. intervention. Petro's statement followed Trump's accusations that Colombia was facilitating drug trafficking and his suggestion of military action similar to the recent abduction of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. Trump's remarks were denounced by Colombia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs as undue interference in internal affairs and a violation of international law. Petro, a former leftist fighter, has been a vocal critic of Trump's policies and denies the accusations of drug trafficking, asserting his government is actively combating drug production. The escalating tensions highlight a growing rift between the two nations.
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AI-ExtractedColombia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced Trump’s comments as “an undue interference in the internal affairs of the country”.
Trump accused Petro of facilitating drug trafficking to the US.
Trump threatens Colombia’s Petro, says Cuba looks ‘ready to fall’
Petro says he would “take up arms” for his country if necessary as the United States issues threats.
Colombia’s Petro promises to defend homeland amid Trump threats.
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