Trump Adds Colombia to Drug War Failure List After 30 Years
Summary
President Trump has added Colombia to the list of countries not meeting anti-drug cooperation standards, marking a change after nearly 30 years. This decision has caused tension with Colombia's President Gustavo Petro, who argues that the rise in coca cultivation began under his predecessor. The U.S. State Department claims that Trump issued a waiver to maintain crucial cooperation with Colombia despite these issues.Key Facts
- President Trump designated Colombia as not meeting anti-drug efforts after almost 30 years.
- The U.S. State Department reported an increase in coca cultivation and cocaine production in Colombia.
- President Trump announced a military strike on a suspected drug cartel boat from Venezuela, killing three.
- President Gustavo Petro claims coca growth began during the previous administration's term.
- Petro blames drug demand in Western countries for the increase in coca cultivation.
- Colombia has been a long-standing U.S. ally, though relations are currently strained.
- The U.S. issued a waiver for Colombia to continue essential cooperation despite the designation.
- Colombia last appeared on the U.S. decertification list in 1997.
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