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international-relations1 year ago

Colombia Expels Argentine Diplomats Following Milei's "Terrorist" Remark

Colombia has expelled Argentinian diplomats after President Milei made denigrating comments about Colombian President Petro, calling him a "terrorist", "murderer", and "communist". This comes after a similar incident in January, when Colombia recalled its ambassador to Argentina over similar remarks. The deteriorating relations stem from Milei's abrasive style of politics and his controversial statements, which have drawn comparisons to former US President Donald Trump.

via Al Jazeera English|
#argentina#colombia#diplomatic-spat
international-relations2 years ago

Israel Suspends Security Exports to Colombia Amid Rising Tensions

Israel has announced the suspension of security exports to Colombia in response to remarks made by Colombian President Gustavo Petro, who has criticized Israel's military response to a recent Hamas attack and compared it to Nazi persecution. Israel accuses Petro of expressing support for Hamas terrorists and fueling antisemitism. Colombia's armed forces, which have been engaged in a long-standing conflict, rely on Israeli arms and aircraft. President Petro has stated that if necessary, Colombia will suspend foreign relations with Israel. Opposition parties in Colombia have criticized the government's response to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

via The Times of Israel|
#colombia#hamas#international-relations
politics2 years ago

Colombian President's Son Arrested in Money Laundering Probe

Nicolas Petro, the son of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, has been arrested in connection with a money laundering and illicit enrichment investigation. His ex-wife, Daysuris del Carmen Vasquez, was also arrested on similar charges. Nicolas Petro, a politician in Atlantico province, had previously denied accusations of taking money from drug traffickers for his father's peace efforts. President Petro expressed his support for the legal process and stated that he would not intervene or pressure the attorney general's decisions. The arrests come as the president seeks to make peace deals with rebels and crime gangs to end Colombia's long-standing internal conflict.

via Reuters Canada|
#arrest#colombia#investigation