US EditionUS and Colombia recall envoys as diplomatic rift deepens
UNITED STATES, JUL 3 – The diplomatic rift follows accusations of a coup plot and disputes over drug policy and migration, with the U.S. recalling its top diplomat amid escalating tensions.
- The United States and Colombia recalled their top diplomats amid a deepening rift over an alleged plot against Colombian President Gustavo Petro.
- The U.S. State Department stated the recall of John McNamara was due to "baseless and reprehensible statements from the highest levels of the government of Colombia."
- Colombian prosecutors are investigating a reported plot to overthrow Petro, involving Colombian and American politicians, after recordings implicated former foreign minister Alvaro Leyva.
- Petro accused his opponents of creating a "media circus" to distract from his administration's issues and alleged conspiracy with drug traffickers.
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der Standard DEAn ex-foreign minister of Colombia travelled to the United States to win the Republicans for the overthrow of President Petro. Now both countries have recalled their ambassadors
Foreign Minister Leyva is said to have sought help in the US for coup plans against the progressive government, and armed groups should also be involved.
Rubio Recalls US Diplomat From Colombia After “Baseless and Reprehensible Statements” by Anti-American Government
(American Political Report)—On Thursday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that he brought back John T. McNamara, the temporary head of the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, Colombia, to Washington. Rubio said this was because of “baseless and reprehensible statements” made by top Colombian officials. The State Department explained in a statement that McNamara was called back for urgent talks about these “baseless and reprehensible statements from …
Rubio Recalls Colombia’s Top Envoy Over 'Baseless' Accusations
The U.S. State Department, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, recalled Chargé d’Affaires ad interim John McNamara from Bogotá on July 3. Rubio cited “baseless and reprehensible statements from the highest levels” of the Colombian government as the cause, signaling a major breakdown in diplomatic relations. President Gustavo Petro responded swiftly by recalling Colombia’s ambassador to Washington, Daniel García‑Peña, to reassess cooperation o…
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