Plane Carrying Colombian Politicians Crashes in Area Contested by Rebels
The aircraft was carrying 15 people, and the authorities said there were no survivors.
Petro, Gustavo
After Trump Call, Colombia’s Petro Turns Up Heat on Far-Left Armed Group
President Gustavo Petro of Colombia is taking a harder line against the National Liberation Army, or ELN, a leftist group experts call a powerful drug trafficker in Colombia and Venezuela.
Trump Shakes up Latin American Politics
The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro has divided the region. But every nation wants to avoid being next.
Trump Shakes up Latin American Politics
The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro has divided the region. But every nation wants to avoid being next.
How an Abrupt Call Between Trump and Colombia’s President Averted a Crisis
President Gustavo Petro said that the new tone between the leaders was “friendly,” but he also resurfaced his deep disagreements with President Trump.
Trump Addresses Venezuela, Greenland and Presidential Power in New York Times Interview
On topic after topic, President Trump made clear that he would be the arbiter of any limits to his authorities, not international law or treaties.
Colombia’s President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called.
The conversation appeared to defuse a crisis that erupted after President Trump said military action against Colombia “sounds good.” President Gustavo Petro spoke to The New York Times just before the call.
Trump and Colombian President Speak by Phone Amid Escalating Tensions
The American president said a White House visit with Gustavo Petro was being arranged by the secretary of state.
Trump’s Threat of Force Against Colombia Draws Rebuke From Its Leader
President Gustavo Petro said that he had asked the Colombian people to defend him “against any illegitimate violent act.” His defense minister emphasized that security cooperation with Washington continued.
Trump Says ‘We Need Greenland’ and Threatens U.S. Action in Colombia and Mexico
In remarks aboard Air Force One, President Trump threatened Colombia and its president, described Cuba as “ready to fall” and reasserted his desire to acquire Greenland.