Colombia’s Petro Cuts Intelligence Ties with U.S., Threatening Drug War Gains

In a stunning rebuke of America's anti-drug efforts, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered a full suspension of intelligence communications and cooperation with U.S. security agencies. This decision comes amid tensions surrounding American missile strikes targeting drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and Pacific waters – actions that Petro claims violate human rights. Is America’s Anti-Drug Strategy Under Attack by Its Own Partners? President Petro's unilateral move to cut off intelligence sharing undermines the vital collaborative framework that has long been central to combating the scourge of narcotics trafficking that not only destabilizes Colombia but also fuels criminal violence and addiction...