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Trump stated, “These measures are just the beginning. We will not allow the Colombian Government to violate its legal obligations with regard to the acceptance and return of the criminals they forced into the United States.” This retaliation came after the Colombian government rejected the deportation flights, opting to return migrants «with dignity and respect» on civilian planes instead. Petro defended his stance, saying, “I will never be seen carrying out a raid to return illegal US migrants.”
A Trade War of Tariffs: Colombia Responds
In retaliation, President Petro threatened to impose a 25% tariff on US goods. He proudly proclaimed on social media, “Your blockade does not scare me, because Colombia, besides being the country of beauty, is the heart of the world.” Despite the heated rhetoric, Petro offered his presidential plane to facilitate the return of migrants, which he argued was a more dignified option than the US military’s approach.
The stand-off has intensified not only due to the trade tariffs but also due to the breakdown in diplomatic relations between the two countries. US officials have vowed to implement sanctions and travel bans on Colombian officials, citing national security concerns. Meanwhile, Petro’s government has announced it will
