‘Stop Slandering Me’: Colombian President Slams Trump’s Threats, Warns U.S. Against Bombing Colombia

media posts, Petro rejected what he called “illegitimate threats,” warned the United States against bombing Colombian territory, and said any military action could kill civilians and reignite guerrilla warfare.

Petro also criticised U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, defended Colombia’s judicial independence, and highlighted his government’s record anti-narcotics efforts, including record cocaine seizures and crop substitution programs. The confrontation comes amid broader U.S. signals of possible military action in Latin America, following developments involving Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro.