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Colombia’s foreign minister ‘renounces’ her U.S. visa as tensions between both nations escalate

Colombia’s foreign minister ‘renounces’ her U.S. visa as tensions between both nations escalate

Summary

Colombia's Foreign Minister gave up her U.S. visa as a protest after the U.S. State Department took away the visa of Colombia's President, Gustavo Petro. This decision highlights growing tensions between the U.S. and Colombia over several issues.

Key Facts

  • Colombia's Foreign Minister, Rosa Villavicencio, gave up her U.S. visa.
  • The U.S. State Department revoked the visa of Colombia's President, Gustavo Petro.
  • The Colombian government's announcement was made on a Monday.
  • Tensions between the U.S. and Colombia are increasing.
  • Issues causing tension include drug policy and international conflicts like the war in Gaza.
  • A U.S. naval presence in nearby Venezuela is also a point of contention.

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