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Petro Rejects Maduro's Military Call, Advocates Peaceful Solutions

12/19/2025

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro declines Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's request for military support against the United States and promotes a peaceful, Venezuelan-led solution.
Petro notes neither leader can command the other's military.
Amid U.S. pressure, Maduro calls for a military alliance with Colombia and urges unity among the people and political forces.
Petro says cooperation among Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, and Ecuador should be based on popular support and constitutional legitimacy.

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro declines Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's request for military support against the United States and promotes a peaceful, Venezuelan-led solution.
Petro notes neither leader can command the other's military.
Amid U.S. pressure, Maduro calls for a military alliance with Colombia and urges unity among the people and political forces.
Petro says cooperation among Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, and Ecuador should be based on popular support and constitutional legitimacy.