How an Abrupt Call Between Trump and Colombia’s President Averted a Crisis
The New York Times••nation
Key Points:
- President Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro held a phone conversation described by Trump as a "Great Honor" and by Petro as "Historic," marking a significant shift from their prior hostile social media exchanges.
- The call, lasting 55 minutes with Petro speaking most of the time, was the first between the two leaders and signaled a potential thaw in U.S.-Colombia relations amid regional volatility following the U.S. seizure of Venezuela’s president.
- No concrete agreements or demands were made during the call, but both leaders indicated future collaboration, with Trump announcing a planned visit to the White House by Petro.
- The dialogue was initiated quickly after Trump appeared to threaten Colombia and other countries with military action, highlighting the urgency of de-es
