Colombian President Gustavo Petro has defended his government’s record in the fight against drug trafficking following threatening remarks by Donald Trump, who suggested he could take military action against Colombia.
On Sunday, Trump claimed that Colombia was being led by “a sick man” who enjoys producing drugs and selling them to the United States, adding that such actions would not be tolerated for much longer.
In response, Petro published a lengthy post on X on Monday morning, highlighting what he described as significant achievements in combating drug trafficking during his presidency. He said his administration had carried out the largest cocaine seizure in world history and dismantled El Plateado, often referred to as the “cocaine stock exchange.”
“I am not illegal, nor am I a drug lord,” Petro said. “The only asset I have is one house, which I am still paying for with my salary. My bank account records are public. No one can say I have spent more than I earn. I am not greedy.”
Petro also stated that he had authorized airstrikes against armed groups linked to drug trafficking during his term in office. Regarding Trump’s comments, he said he would respond further after reviewing the translation and understanding the true meaning of the U.S. president’s remarks.
