Colombia sends armed forces to Venezuela border
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Expressing deep concern over the US attacks on Venezuela, Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Saturday called for an urgent UN meeting, calling for prohibition of the use or threat of force and peaceful settlement of international disputes.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has released a list of locations he claims were targeted in overnight attacks in Venezuela, though the allegations have not been independently verified and there has been no immediate confirmation from Venezuelan authorities.
Colombian President warns region after survivors flee U.S. drug raid in Pacific; three killed, others escape by sea.
President Gustavo Petro is locked in a war of words with President Trump over Colombia’s major role in the global drug trade. The issue is complicated.
South Florida leaders praised Trump after he said Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro was captured, while Cuba and Colombia criticized the move and urged restraint.
In a move to bypass Congress on his proposed tax hikes, Colombian President Gustavo Petro declared a 30-day “economic emergency” on Tuesday. The measure, enacted via Decree 1390 of 2025, grants the head of State extraordinary powers for 30 days to circumvent Parliament and impose new taxes on the country’s wealthiest citizens.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro pinpointed the location of a U.S. strike on alleged drug vessels on December 30, offering the navy's help to locate those who jumped overboard after the attack.
Caracas bombing claims raised by Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, who says Venezuela is under missile attack and urges UN action.