Why it matters:
Trump’s comments revive decades-old US interventionist rhetoric in Latin America, echoing Washington’s long history of military operations and covert actions in the region under the pretext of counter-narcotics.
The big picture:
Colombia is a key US ally, yet Trump has repeatedly accused Bogotá of failing to stop drug production.
His statement comes amid rising tensions with Latin American governments that reject US militarization and blame Washington’s narcotics demand for fueling the drug trade.
Regional analysts say any US strike in Colombia would violate international law and destabilize the region.
What he’s saying:
Donald Trump: “Colombia has cocaine factories where they make cocaine. Would I knock out those factories? I would be proud to do it personally.”
“I didn’t say I’m doing it, but I would be proud to do it.”
Go deeper:
Trump’s remarks come as his administration continues expanding military cooperation across the region.
Mojtaba Darabi - Mahboubeh Habibi
