Trump Extends White House Invitation to Colombia’s Petro After Diplomatic Rift
By TUW
Relations between Washington and Bogotá appeared to ease this week after United States President Donald Trump extended an invitation to Colombian President Gustavo Petro to visit the White House, following days of sharp diplomatic tension.
The move comes after a lengthy telephone conversation between the two leaders, which Trump said lasted about an hour and focused on narcotics trafficking and a range of unresolved disagreements between the two governments. The call marked a notable shift in tone after Trump had recently accused Petro of involvement in cocaine trafficking and issued strong warnings, including the possibility of military action.
Speaking after the discussion, Trump described the exchange as constructive, suggesting that both sides were willing to address sensitive issues through dialogue rather than confrontation. While details of any agreements were not disclosed, the invitation signals an effort to stabilize relations and reopen diplomatic channels.
President Petro has not yet publicly commented on the White House invitation, but the outreach suggests a temporary cooling of tensions between the two countries, particularly on security and drug enforcement cooperation.
The development follows a period of strained relations that had raised concerns about regional stability and future collaboration between the United States and Colombia, long-standing partners in the fight against organized crime.
