The United States Treasury Department accused President Gustavo Petro of allowing drug trafficking to flourish.
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Trump Supporters Are Uneasy About Military Actions Against Venezuela
Some conservative policy advisers and commentators, including Laura Loomer and Stephen K. Bannon, are raising questions about the administration’s policy in the region.
Trump Supporters Are Uneasy About Military Actions Against Venezuela
Some conservative policy advisers and commentators, including Laura Loomer and Stephen K. Bannon, are raising questions about the administration’s policy in the region.
As U.S. Warships Patrol Caribbean, Drug Smugglers Shift Tactics
With the United States surging its military presence in the region and bombing boats, countries in the Caribbean are seeing more flights carrying illegal drugs.
Colombia’s President Says Boat Bombed by U.S. Was Carrying Colombians
The Trump administration has said that it is attacking boats and killing their occupants because they are smuggling drugs from Venezuela to the United States.
Five Young Democracy Advocates Share What They Have Learned
Five young people spearheading efforts around the world to bolster and restore democratic principles share what they have learned — and what needs to change.
Colombia’s President Reinforces Common Stereotype, Sparking Widespread Backlash
An offhand comment by President Gustavo Petro of Colombia about men with a stigmatized first name has set off a backlash and broader discussions over classism.
U.S. Says It Will Revoke Colombian President’s Visa
The State Department called President Gustavo Petro of Colombia reckless after he called for U.S. soldiers to disobey President Trump at a pro-Palestinian rally.
3 Strong Earthquakes Strike Venezuela
The quakes occurred within about five hours and shook cities in Venezuela and Colombia. There were no immediate reports of casualties.
4 Strong Earthquakes Strike Venezuela
The quakes and other smaller aftershocks shook cities in Venezuela and Colombia overnight. There were no immediate reports of casualties.