Trump invites Colombia’s Petro to White House after threats

Al Jazeera DiplomaticNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Erin HaleJanuary 8, 2026 at 06:53 AM

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Trump’s other Latin American feud: why Colombia’s Petro is not Maduro

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In January 2026, Donald Trump invited Colombian President Gustavo Petro to the White House after a phone call between the two leaders. This invitation occurred days after Trump threatened military action against Colombia, accusing Petro of drug trafficking. The call, which lasted an hour, involved discussions about drug issues and other disagreements. Petro stated that the call re-established communication and addressed Venezuela and drug trafficking. Petro also accused Colombian politicians of misleading Trump, leading to the diplomatic crisis. Arrangements are underway for a meeting in Washington, D.C., though a specific date was not provided.

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"It was a Great Honour to speak with the President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro..."

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It was their first call since Trump's threat of military operation in Colombia.

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The invitation followed an hour-long phone call between Trump and Petro.

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Trump accused Petro of trafficking cocaine and threatened military action.

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Trump invited Colombian leader Gustavo Petro to the White House.

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Key Entities & Roles

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Bogota 30% Nicolas Maduro (Maduro) 40% Venezuela ×250% White House 60% United States ×370% Colombia ×670% Donald Trump ×790% Gustavo Petro ×890%

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us-colombia relations 90% drug trafficking 80% gustavo petro 70% diplomatic detente 70% donald trump 70% white house invitation 60% military action 60% venezuela 50% nicolas maduro 40%