politics
March 14, 2026
Colombian President Warns US Against Building Empire in Latin America
Colombia's president has warned the US against empire-building in the region after the seizure of Venezuelan leader and threats against Cuba
TL;DR
- Colombian President Gustavo Petro warned the US against trying to build an empire in Latin America.
- He urged the US to pursue dialogue rather than military intervention, citing US actions in Venezuela and threats against Cuba.
- Petro criticized Marco Rubio and Elon Musk for promoting a divisive vision of civilization that could generate violence.
- The US has expanded military operations in the region against drug cartels, including operations in Ecuador and threats against Mexico.
- Colombia continues to coordinate counter-narcotics efforts with the US.
- Russia expressed alarm over increased US pressure on Cuba and called Maduro's seizure a violation of international law.
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