Overview
- The presidency confirmed a Puesto de Mando Unificado in Cúcuta to direct humanitarian and security operations along the frontier.
- Defense Minister Pedro Sánchez said all public force capabilities were put on alert to protect civilians, strategic sites and embassies, and to deter actions by ELN, FARC dissidents and Segunda Marquetalia.
- Authorities reinforced security at the U.S. and Venezuelan embassies in Bogotá as part of broader protective measures.
- Officials prepared assistance for a possible influx of Venezuelan refugees, and Colombia’s embassy in Caracas is fielding calls from nationals seeking help.
- President Gustavo Petro condemned the U.S. operation and urged OAS and UN involvement, as President Donald Trump publicly warned Petro in escalatory remarks.