Trump Forces Colombia to Accept Deportees After Tariff Threats

Colombia agrees to U.S. demands on deportation flights following President Trump's imposition of economic and travel sanctions.

The U.S. and Colombia resolved a heated dispute after President Trump threatened 25-50% tariffs on Colombian imports and travel restrictions for officials.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro initially refused to allow U.S. military planes carrying deported migrants to land, citing concerns over their dignity and treatment.
Trump's administration has intensified immigration enforcement, including large-scale deportations and high-profile operations targeting undocumented migrants.
Colombia ultimately agreed to accept deportees on U.S. military flights, while the U.S. suspended planned tariffs but maintained visa sanctions pending compliance.
The dispute underscores a shift in U.S. foreign policy under Trump, leveraging economic pressure to secure cooperation on immigration issues.