Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro has expressed concerns over a potential military intervention by the United States, which he believes poses a significant threat to regional stability. In an interview with a British media outlet, Petro stated that the US has adopted a colonial approach towards other countries, and its actions are becoming increasingly aggressive.
Referring to the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, Petro compared its officers to Nazi brigades, stating that they are not only targeting immigrants but also posing a threat to American citizens. He warned that if the US continues to adopt this stance, it may be isolated from the rest of the world.
Petro emphasized that the US has a long history of considering Latin American countries as part of its sphere of influence. He also stated that the US-backed coup in Venezuela was motivated by the country’s oil and coal reserves. The Colombian president also mentioned that if the US had not withdrawn from the Paris Climate Agreement, the world would be a more peaceful and democratic place.
Petro further stated that he has spoken with Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, and has invited her to visit Colombia. The two countries have been at odds over the Venezuelan crisis. However, there have been reports of a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Petro just a day ago.
In a separate development, US President Trump has announced that the US is considering investing up to $100 billion in Venezuela. The announcement comes as world leaders, including those from France, the UK, and Germany, have condemned the Iranian government’s crackdown on protesters.
The Iranian ambassador to the UN has rejected the US criticism, calling it “a continuation of the US’s aggressive and irrational behavior.” He added that Iran would not be intimidated by the US’s threats.
Meanwhile, the Chinese special envoy to the Middle East, Zhai Jun, has visited Israel and Ramallah. The visit comes as tensions in the region continue to escalate.
In other news, a new storm, Goriety, has hit the UK, bringing heavy snow and strong winds. The storm has left thousands of homes without power and hundreds of schools closed.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has expressed skepticism over the US’s plans to intervene in Greenland. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned the US’s statements on the country’s internal affairs, calling them “interference and deception.”
The ministry also stated that the US’s statements are not aimed at showing solidarity with the Iranian people but rather to fuel unrest and violence. The US has been accused of adopting a policy of hostility and pressure towards Iran.
In a related development, China’s special envoy to the Middle East has visited Israel and Ramallah. The visit comes as tensions in the region continue to escalate.
In a separate report, scientists have discovered a hidden underwater world beneath the Arctic Ocean. The discovery is set to change our understanding of the ocean’s ecosystem and the movement of carbon on the planet.
The underwater world, which is located at a depth of several thousand meters, is home to a diverse array of marine life. The discovery has significant implications for our understanding of the ocean’s role in regulating the Earth’s climate.
In other news, the number of visa applications from skilled workers and healthcare professionals in the UK has seen a significant decline in 2025. The decline is attributed to the UK’s post-Brexit immigration policies.
In a related report, a 17-year-old girl was shot and killed in a suspected honor killing in India. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for greater protection for women and girls in the country.
