Gustavo Petro
Fatal Attack in Colombia: Two Police Officers Killed in ELN Guerrilla Explosion Amid Escalating Border Violence
Dec 08, 2025 02:43 am CST
Two police officers were killed in northeast Colombia in an explosion attributed to the National Liberation Army (ELN) guerrilla group, prompting President Gustavo Petro to increase military presence along the Venezuelan border. This attack occurs amid deteriorating security conditions as multiple armed groups compete for territorial control, following the collapse of peace talks between the government and ELN earlier this year.
Navigating Trump's America: How Latin American Leaders Adapt to US Power Dynamics
Nov 26, 2025 10:44 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines how Latin American countries are employing diverse diplomatic strategies—from flattery to confrontation to silent cooperation—in response to the Trump administration's renewed interventionist approach in the region. The article explores how economic dependence, ideological alignment, and China's growing influence are reshaping power dynamics across the hemisphere, with specific focus on how leaders in Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela balance sovereignty concerns against pragmatic needs for US cooperation.
US Military Officials Required to Sign NDAs for Expanding Latin American Operations: Inside the Growing Military Presence
Oct 29, 2025 02:04 am CST
US military officials involved in President Trump's Latin American operations are being required to sign non-disclosure agreements, raising concerns about transparency and congressional oversight. The Pentagon has deployed the Gerald Ford aircraft carrier group to the region, significantly escalating military presence beyond typical counter-narcotics requirements. With 13 strikes against alleged drug vessels since September resulting in approximately 57 deaths, this buildup comes amid heightened tensions with Venezuela and Colombia, both accused of drug trafficking by the administration.
Escalating Tensions: Colombia's Petro Condemns Trump's Anti-Drug Operations and Dismisses US Aid Threats
Oct 24, 2025 08:28 am CST
Colombian President Gustavo Petro intensifies criticism of Donald Trump's anti-drug operations, dismissing threats of aid cuts while accusing the US of extrajudicial executions. The diplomatic standoff threatens decades of security cooperation between the longtime allies, with both nations taking steps to address the growing rift amid concerns over Colombia's stability.
Brazil's Bolsonaro Family Seeks US Military Intervention Against Drug Trafficking in Rio
Oct 24, 2025 04:14 am CST
Brazilian senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, has publicly requested US military assistance to combat drug trafficking vessels in Rio de Janeiro, similar to controversial American operations conducted in the Caribbean. This call comes amid strained Brazil-US relations and ongoing debates about the legality of extraterritorial counter-narcotics operations that have resulted in multiple fatalities without transparent evidence procedures.
US-Colombia Diplomatic Crisis Escalates as Trump and Petro Engage in Public Confrontation Over Drug Trafficking Allegations
Oct 22, 2025 10:11 am CST
The diplomatic relationship between the United States and Colombia has deteriorated significantly following Donald Trump's decision to freeze aid and label President Gustavo Petro a drug trafficker. While Colombian businesses fear economic repercussions from potential tariffs, Petro appears to embrace the conflict for political leverage ahead of upcoming elections. This unprecedented tension threatens decades of cooperation between the two nations and could have lasting implications for regional stability and Colombia's economic future.
US Military Strikes Colombian Rebel Drug Vessel: Escalating Tensions in US-Colombia Relations
Oct 20, 2025 02:29 am CST
The US military has attacked a Colombian rebel vessel in international waters, killing three crew members, as President Trump announces the suspension of all financial aid to Colombia. This incident represents a significant deterioration in US-Colombia relations, with President Petro and Trump exchanging accusations over drug trafficking policies and military operations in South American waters.
Colombian President Demands Criminal Investigation Against Trump Over Caribbean Military Strikes
Sep 27, 2025 05:15 pm CST
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has called for criminal proceedings against US President Donald Trump over deadly strikes on boats in the Caribbean, challenging US claims that targets were drug traffickers and arguing instead that victims were "poor young people from Latin America who had no other option." The dispute comes amid rising tensions between the US and Venezuela, with both Petro and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro condemning the military actions.
US Military Deployment in Caribbean Escalates Tensions as Venezuela Prepares for Possible Invasion
Sep 27, 2025 02:11 pm CST
Venezuela mobilizes for potential conflict as US deploys warships and a nuclear submarine to the Caribbean, conducting strikes on alleged drug vessels. President Maduro prepares emergency powers and nationwide drills while UN experts condemn US actions as "extrajudicial executions." International tensions rise amid reports of planned strikes within Venezuelan territory.