US-Colombia Diplomatic Crisis Over Alleged Coup Plot

Diplomatic tensions between the United States and Colombia have intensified as both countries recalled their top envoys amid allegations of a plot to overthrow Colombian President Gustavo Petro. The U.S., led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, withdrew Chargé d’Affaires John McNamara for urgent consultations after condemning 'baseless and reprehensible statements' from Colombian officials and suggested possible further actions. In retaliation, President Petro recalled Colombia’s ambassador to the U.S., Daniel García Peña. Colombian prosecutors are investigating an alleged coup plot involving both Colombian and U.S. political figures, with former Colombian officials reportedly implicated. The crisis has deepened following the resignation of Colombia’s Foreign Minister Laura Sarabia, marking another upheaval within Petro’s administration. Despite the discord, both governments have reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining strategic cooperation on regional security.