Trump imposes 25% tariffs, visa restrictions on Colombia

President Donald Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on all imports from Colombia after the country's government refused to allow two deportation flights carrying immigrants from the U.S. to land. This decision escalates tensions between the two nations and underscores international resistance to U.S. deportation practices. Trump expressed outrage on his social media platform, attributing the denial of landing rights to Colombian President Gustavo Petro's actions that he claimed threaten U.S. national security. In retaliation, Colombia has announced a reciprocal 25% tariff on U.S. imports. The U.S. measures also include visa restrictions for Colombian officials and enhanced customs inspections. The conflict has had repercussions beyond Colombia, affecting global markets, particularly in India, where stock indexes fell amid concerns over U.S. trade policy.