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| President Gustavo Petro Over Drug Trafficking Allegations |
The United States has imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro, accusing him of involvement in drug trafficking and other illicit activities, according to international media reports. Under the sanctions, all of Petro’s assets in the U.S. have been frozen, and American citizens and entities are prohibited from conducting any financial transactions with him.
U.S. officials said the decision reflects Washington’s firm commitment to combating drug smuggling and corruption across the Latin American region. The move marks a rare instance of sanctions targeting a sitting head of state in the Western Hemisphere.
The Colombian government has strongly condemned the decision, calling it a politically motivated action and an interference in the country’s internal affairs. In a statement, President Petro’s office said the sanctions undermine Colombia’s sovereignty and could impact bilateral relations between Bogotá and Washington.
Analysts quoted by global media outlets warned that the move could further strain U.S.-Colombia relations, already tense due to disagreements over security and narcotics policy. The latest development follows previous warnings from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who had threatened to cut funding and increase tariffs on Colombia over concerns about drug trade and governance.
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