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Petro-Trump Phone Call After Tensions Over Military Action

Published January 8, 2026, 05:18
Petro-Trump Phone Call After Tensions Over Military Action

Colombian President Gustavo Petro and US President Donald Trump held their first phone conversation, after a period of public tensions that included threats of military action. The conversation lasted approximately fifteen minutes and, according to Colombian media, the tone was calm. The content of the conversation has not been clarified. The tensions began after Petro's criticism of US military action in the region, as well as Trump's personal attacks through the media and social networks, where he described him as “sick” and accused him of drug involvement. The phone call marks an attempt at de-escalation, however, it is not yet clear whether further consultations or diplomatic steps will follow. This communication comes at a critical time, as relations between the two countries had been significantly strained. The development is considered positive, but further monitoring is needed to determine whether it will lead to a substantial improvement in relations.