Baku: In connection with the U.S. operation in Venezuela, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his warnings regarding Colombian President Gustavo Petro remain in effect, APA reports. “He has cocaine factories [in the country]. And yes, I stand by my previous statements. He produces cocaine, it’s shipped to the United States. So he needs to watch his ass,” Trump said, responding to a question about whether his previous warnings regarding Petro still apply. The American leader had previously accused Petro of encouraging drug production. He emphasized that the United States could take forceful action against Colombia if its authorities fail to step up the fight against drug production.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the situation has escalated tensions between the U.S. and Colombia, with Trump’s comments drawing significant attention from international observers. His assertions underscore the ongoing concern about the flow of narcotics from Colombia to the United States, an issue that has been a longstanding point of contention between the two nations. The U.S. President’s remarks suggest a possible shift in U.S. policy towards Colombia, should the South American country not address the drug production issues highlighted by Trump.