BOGOT\u00c1, Colombia \u2013 Colombian President Gustavo Petro spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday afternoon, according to sources from the Colombian Foreign Ministry reported by local media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The call comes amid rising tensions between the two countries, following recent threats made by President Trump against Petro. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Details of the conversation have not been fully disclosed, but officials indicate the leaders discussed bilateral relations and regional security concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
President Petro, who has been vocal on diplomatic issues in Latin America, has faced mounting pressure from international counterparts in recent weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Analysts say the phone call signals a potential attempt to manage escalating tensions and avoid further deterioration of U.S.-Colombia relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Colombian government emphasized that it remains committed to dialogue and diplomacy in resolving disputes, while continuing to safeguard national interests.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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