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Colombia Mobilizes Military in Response to Potential US Invasion

Published January 6, 2026, 21:01
Colombia Mobilizes Military in Response to Potential US Invasion

Colombia has instructed its military to prepare to defend the nation in the event of military intervention by the United States, following threats from former President Donald Trump. Colombian President Gustavo Petro stated he would “take up arms” if the US attacks him or the country, while Foreign Minister Rosa Yolanda Villavicencio will meet with the US chargé d'affaires to reject the threats. Petro argues that military intervention could lead to popular uprising and strengthen autonomist groups. Trump had criticized Petro's drug policy and hinted at a potential military operation in Colombia.