Petro Vows to Defend Colombia’s Sovereignty Amid Reports of U.S.–Venezuela Tensions

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has reaffirmed his country’s readiness to protect its territorial integrity as tensions rise across the region following reports of a controversial military development involving the United States and Venezuela.

Speaking on Monday, Petro warned that Colombia would not hesitate to defend itself against any form of external aggression, stressing that national sovereignty remains non-negotiable. His comments came in the wake of international media reports alleging that U.S. forces conducted a military operation in Venezuela over the weekend, an incident said to have led to the arrest of the Venezuelan leader.

The reports have triggered diplomatic unease across Latin America, with several countries closely monitoring the unfolding situation. President Petro condemned any actions that undermine international law or infringe on the sovereignty of nations, while underscoring Colombia’s preference for peaceful coexistence and dialogue.

However, he made it clear that Colombia would respond decisively if its security or borders were threatened. As of the time of filing this report, the United States had yet to issue an official statement, and key details surrounding the alleged operation remained unconfirmed.