Colombian President Gustavo Petro (L) and US President Donald Trump have exchanged several threats in recent weeks. (AFP)
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Petro to Meet Trump in Washington Amid US-Colombia Tensions

  • Colombian President Gustavo Petro will meet US President Donald Trump on February 3 in Washington.
  • The meeting aims to address bilateral issues, including Colombia's crackdown on the drug trade.
  • Relations have been tense, with Petro accusing the US of imperial behavior and Trump criticizing Colombia's drug efforts.
  • Petro previously challenged Trump to "come and get me" after Trump's threats and comments about Colombia.
  • Trump had called Petro a "sick man" and suggested military action against Colombia, linking it to drug trafficking.

Why It Matters: Colombian President Petro will meet Trump to discuss strained US-Colombia relations and drug trafficking.

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