Colombian President Gustavo Petro recently faced a diplomatic crisis over the treatment of deportees from the United States. After initially rejecting US deportation flights due to concerns about the treatment of migrants, the Colombian government reversed its decision and welcomed the first flights of deportees, stressing that migrants should not be viewed as criminals. The Colombian Foreign Ministry declared that ensuring the well-being and rights of these individuals is a priority. This diplomatic issue arose after tensions with the Trump administration, which threatened tariffs and visa suspensions in response to Colombia's actions.
The Colombian government stressed that its priority is the well-being and rights of its citizens, asserting that migrants are not criminals.
President Gustavo Petro's administration faced backlash after rejecting US deportation flights, emphasizing dignity for deportees rather than treating them as criminals.
After a diplomatic row, Colombia agreed to resume deportations, focusing on humane treatment and the importance of migrants' rights.
The US administration's aggressive stance, including potential tariffs and visa suspensions, initially pressured Colombia to reverse its decision on deportees.
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