US President Donald Trump has ended decades of aid payments to Colombia, citing the country’s significant role in producing illicit drugs. In a social media post, Trump accused Colombian President Gustavo Petro of being an “illegal drug leader” and claimed he was encouraging drug production. This move escalates tensions between the two countries and puts pressure on Colombia to address its drug issue.
Source: https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/trump-says-u-s-is-cutting-aid-to-colombia-over-drugs-9e22e64b