Summary
The United States has revoked the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro. The U.S. Department of State claimed this decision was due to Petro's actions in New York City, where he allegedly encouraged U.S. soldiers to disobey orders while participating in protests.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Department of State revoked Colombian President Gustavo Petro's visa.
- The reason given was Petro's alleged "reckless and incendiary actions" in New York City.
- Petro reportedly urged U.S. soldiers to disobey orders during a protest.
- The incident occurred in front of the United Nations headquarters in New York.
- Petro was part of a pro-Palestine protest while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN.
- The Department of State announced this decision on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
