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Five Gulf Clan Members Killed Ahead of Trump-Petro Meeting

1/29/2026

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Five Gulf Clan members were killed in Magdalena department during an operation, including a key leader.
Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez said two additional cartel members were captured.
The Gulf Clan was designated a foreign terrorist organization by the United States, enabling potential military action.
The killings precede a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and President Gustavo Petro of Colombia to address drug trafficking.

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Five Gulf Clan members were killed in Magdalena department during an operation, including a key leader.
Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez said two additional cartel members were captured.
The Gulf Clan was designated a foreign terrorist organization by the United States, enabling potential military action.
The killings precede a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and President Gustavo Petro of Colombia to address drug trafficking.