In a show-stopping moment this weekend, U.S. President Donald Trump fired a stark warning at Colombia's President Gustavo Petro, saying Petro 'is not going to be doing it for very long.' When asked by reporters on Air Force One about launching a military operation against Colombia, Trump replied with a casual 'it sounds good to me.' 😲
Trump's comments didn't stop there. He harshly labeled Colombia as 'run by a sick man who likes making cocaine and selling it to the United States,' accusing Petro of owning 'cocaine mills and cocaine factories,' though he offered no evidence to back up the claims.
Reacting swiftly, Petro on Saturday called for an urgent meeting of the Organization of American States (OAS) and the United Nations to address what he described as a U.S. attack on neighboring Venezuela. Petro's move highlights rising tensions in the region, where diplomatic channels are being tested.
These explosive exchanges follow a Politico interview last month, where Trump hinted he might extend U.S. military operations to other countries, including Mexico and Colombia. 🌎⚔️
As this diplomatic drama unfolds, global watchers are keeping an eye on potential impacts, from shifts in trade to the safety of communities on both sides of the continent. Stay tuned as developments continue to roll in! 📲
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Trump warns Colombian president, says another strike 'sounds good'
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