The growing tension between the presidents of the United States and Colombia seemed to ease on Wednesday after a surprise announcement by Donald Trump, who said he had received a call from Gustavo Petro and they agreed to meet in the “near future” at the White House. The Colombian embassy in the U.S. confirmed the call and said Petro’s government also appreciates Washington’s “constructive tone”. “Colombia remains open to dialogue and constructive engagement with the United States, guided by mutual respect and understanding, with a shared interest in regional stability,” said a statement by the diplomatic delegation. The announcement came just hours after the Colombian president called for a mobilization in several parts of his country to reject Trump’s threats. Petro has been an outspoken critic of Trump’s incursion in Venezuela, a country which borders Colombia.

Source: Bueno Aires Herald January 09, 2026 00:13 UTC