After the US military action in Venezuela, the tension in Latin America is deepening. This time Colombia may be America’s target. Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro himself has made such a claim. On this he warned US President Donald Trump and said, ‘If you have the courage then come, I am waiting right here.’

Donald Trump had said in a statement after the Venezuela operation that Colombia is being run by a sick leader who supplies cocaine to America. Trump even said that it might be a good idea to take military action against Colombia. After this statement, political turmoil intensified in Bogota (capital of Colombia).

Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro appears to taunt US President Donald Trump, saying, “Come get me, coward! I’m waiting for you here.” pic.twitter.com/Qk3MfsfsqO

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If there is an attack, there will be a conflict – Petro

Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro responded to Trump and said, ‘If America attacks, the situation will go out of control.’ He warned that in the event of an American attack, the country may be forced to take up arms and a large-scale guerrilla conflict may begin. Petro also said that if an attempt was made to arrest a popular President, the public’s anger would pounce like a jaguar.

Big statement of Petro who has given up his weapons

Petro, who was once a leftist guerrilla himself, said he had vowed to give up his arms decades ago, but he might be ready to fight again if the country’s sovereignty came under threat. This statement is much discussed at the international level.

Colombia government adopted a balanced approach

However, after the President’s sharp statement, the Foreign Ministry of Colombia tried to handle the situation. The ministry clarified that Colombia wants international relations based on dialogue and mutual respect and does not accept any kind of threat or use of force.

There has been tension in America-Colombia relations before also

This is not the first time that Trump and Petro have come face to face. In October, the US had imposed sanctions on Petro and some of his family members on drug trafficking charges. Colombia is considered to be the largest center of cocaine production in the world, due to which America has been angry for a long time.

Next target after Venezuela?

It is worth noting that a few months ago, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro had also openly challenged Trump. After this, America conducted a major operation and arrested Maduro. Now the challenge of Petro is being seen from this angle, due to which the fear has increased that US-Latin America relations may become more tense.

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