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'$1 BILLION'

US plans to ?provide $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia's ?new government

SUMMARY

The U.S. State Department announced that the Trump administration plans to provide $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia's new president, Abelardo De La Espriella. This assistance aims to support De La Espriella's goals of tackling crime and boosting the economy. Trump's endorsement of De La Espriella highlights their partnership, which includes Colombia joining the "Shield of the Americas," a military alliance against drug trafficking.

Meanwhile, Trump has escalated U.S. interventions in Latin America, facing criticism from human rights advocates. Former President Gustavo Petro condemned Trump's actions, accusing him of being "complicit in genocide."


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