Colombia Halts Intel Sharing with US Amid Controversial Strikes on Drug Vessels
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Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered his nation's security forces to suspend intelligence cooperation with the United States. This decision comes as a response to the US military's strikes on suspected drug traffickers in the Caribbean, which have resulted in the deaths of at least 75 people since August. Petro has expressed concerns that these strikes amount to extrajudicial executions and have demanded that the US cease its attacks. He also called for an investigation into potential war crimes committed by US President Donald Trump. The Colombian president emphasized that the fight against drugs must be carried out with respect for human rights. The US military's strikes have targeted boats in international waters, affecting citizens of several countries, including Venezuela, Ecuador, Colombia, and Trinidad and Tobago. In retaliation, the Trump administration imposed financial sanctions on Petro and his family members in October, accusing them of involvement in the global drug trade. The White House has yet to respond to Petro's decision to suspend intelligence cooperation. This move is likely to further strain relations between the two nations, which were once close partners in the fight against drug trafficking.
