Colombian President Gustavo Petro Criticizes U.S. Sanctions
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has slammed U.S. drug-related sanctions as "a complete paradox". The U.S. imposed sanctions on Petro, accusing him of allowing narco-terrorist organizations to thrive under his "total peace" plan.
The U.S. claims that Petro's plan has fueled a rise in cocaine production across Colombia. However, Petro has been a vocal critic of the U.S. military operation in the region, including air strikes targeting vessels near Venezuelan waters.
Petro has condemned the attacks, calling the fatalities "murders" rather than war casualties.
Tensions between the two governments have persisted for weeks, with the dispute escalating after the U.S. imposed sanctions on Petro. The sanctions allege that he allowed narco-terrorist organizations to thrive under his "total peace" plan.
The Trump administration's counter-narcotics campaign in South America continues to strain diplomatic relations in the region.
Author's summary: Colombian President Gustavo Petro criticizes US sanctions.