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flag U.S. aid cuts and Trump's rhetoric strain Colombia-U.S. ties amid drug enforcement and election tensions.

flag Colombian President Gustavo Petro said a U.S. aid suspension would not greatly affect Colombia, but cuts to military aid—especially loss of U.S. helicopters—could harm operations. flag Tensions rose after former President Donald Trump threatened tariffs and labeled Petro an "illegal drug leader," prompting Colombia to recall its ambassador. flag Despite reduced aid due to USAID’s shutdown, military cooperation and intelligence sharing continue. flag Petro highlighted a record 2,800 metric tons of cocaine seized in three years, citing improved port inspections, and accused Trump of backing Colombia’s far-right ahead of 2026 elections. flag Analysts warn increased tariffs could undermine U.S. efforts to promote legal trade as an alternative to drug trafficking, potentially strengthening criminal networks.

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