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Trump Threatens Colombia Over Drug Production Amid Tensions

12/11/2025

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During a December 10, 2025 news conference, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Colombia's President Gustavo Petro with consequences if he does not curb drug production.
Trump dismissed outreach to Petro, citing Petro's hostility toward the United States.
The remarks followed sanctions against Petro and his family for alleged drug involvement, coinciding with tensions around Nicolás Maduro near a border-area military buildup.

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During a December 10, 2025 news conference, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Colombia's President Gustavo Petro with consequences if he does not curb drug production.
Trump dismissed outreach to Petro, citing Petro's hostility toward the United States.
The remarks followed sanctions against Petro and his family for alleged drug involvement, coinciding with tensions around Nicolás Maduro near a border-area military buildup.