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Why did Trump end aid to Colombia?

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Trump ended aid to Colombia after Colombian President Petro accused the U.S. of killing a fisherman in a strike. Trump responded by labeling Petro an illegal drug leader and claimed Colombia was complicit in drug production, stating aid would stop unless Colombia acted against narcotics.

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Trump ending aid to Colombia after 'murder' accusation

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  • Colombia's president accused the U.S. of killing a fisherman during a strike in Colombian waters.
  • The fisherman was reportedly not involved in drug trafficking and was fishing when killed. 21s
  • U.S. forces have conducted multiple strikes on vessels in the Caribbean, resulting in 27 deaths. 54s
  • President Trump announced the U.S. would end aid to Colombia and accused its leader of supporting drug production. 1m 45s
  • Critics argue the U.S. has not provided evidence that the targeted boats were carrying drugs. 1m 33s
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Trump ending aid to Colombia after 'murder' accusation

Trump accused the Colombian leader of being an illegal drug leader and encouraging narcotics production, announcing the U.S. would stop all subsidies and payments to Colombia.

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