Agência Brasil - EBC
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has made a strong public claim, asserting that President Donald Trump is expressing irritation over Colombia’s staunch refusal to support any potential military intervention or invasion of neighboring Venezuela. Petro, a leftist leader, has consistently advocated for diplomatic solutions to the Venezuelan crisis, diverging sharply from past regional and US-led efforts that included more aggressive pressure tactics and sanctions.
Since taking office, the Petro administration has drastically reoriented Colombia’s foreign policy towards Venezuela, restoring diplomatic ties and promoting dialogue between the government of Nicolás Maduro and the opposition. This shift represents a rejection of the hardline, interventionist stance favored by the Trump administration during its tenure. Petro’s current assertion underscores the deep philosophical divide between his progressive regional vision and the policies advocated by elements of the US political right.
The statement adds significant fuel to the ongoing debate over the sovereignty and stability of Venezuela, placing Colombia squarely at the center of the controversy. Petro’s public challenge highlights the growing confidence of Latin American leaders in asserting regional autonomy and resisting external interference in internal affairs. The friction reflects broader tensions concerning US influence in South America and the preference among many regional governments for negotiated and peaceful solutions to political crises.
Sources: brasil247.com
