President Trump accused Colombian President Gustavo Petro of being an “illegal drug leader” and announced the cessation of U.S. aid to Colombia after Petro criticized U.S. military strikes on alleged drug boats that resulted in civilian casualties. This escalation in tensions follows a record increase in coca cultivation under Petro’s administration, with both leaders exchanging sharp criticisms amid ongoing scrutiny of U.S. anti-drug efforts.
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