Colombian President Criticizes U.S. After Visa Revocation Dispute

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has strongly criticized the United States after Washington revoked his travel visa, an action he described as a breach of international law.

The decision came following Petro’s appearance at a recent gathering where he expressed support for the Palestinian cause. U.S. officials have not publicly commented in detail on the matter, but the visa suspension has quickly escalated into a diplomatic controversy.

Speaking in Bogotá, President Petro argued that the move undermines international agreements on the treatment of heads of state and could damage bilateral relations between Colombia and the United States. He stressed that Colombia would continue to defend its right to free expression and maintain an independent foreign policy.

Political observers say the incident marks one of the most serious strains in ties between the two nations in recent years. Washington and Bogotá have historically cooperated on security, trade, and counter-narcotics efforts, making the fallout from this dispute significant.

The visa issue is still unfolding, and it remains unclear whether further diplomatic measures will be taken by either side.