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Petro Optimistic for Trump Meeting Amid Tensions

1/24/2026

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed optimism about a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on February 3.
The meeting follows months of tension after the United States revoked Petro's visa over unproven drug-trafficking allegations.
Colombian Foreign Minister Rosa Villavicencio and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a cordial call to finalize preparations.
U.S. officials remain concerned about instability and drug trafficking in Colombia, criticizing Petro's negotiation strategies with armed groups.

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed optimism about a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on February 3.
The meeting follows months of tension after the United States revoked Petro's visa over unproven drug-trafficking allegations.
Colombian Foreign Minister Rosa Villavicencio and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a cordial call to finalize preparations.
U.S. officials remain concerned about instability and drug trafficking in Colombia, criticizing Petro's negotiation strategies with armed groups.