Trump Pressures Colombia to Accept Deported Migrants After Trade Threats

Colombia reverses its initial refusal to receive deported migrants following U.S. threats of severe economic sanctions.

President Donald Trump enforced a hardline immigration policy, deporting migrants to Latin American countries, including Colombia, via military flights.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro initially rejected flights carrying deported Colombian nationals, citing concerns about human dignity.
In response, the U.S. threatened to impose a 25% tariff on Colombian imports, escalating to 50% within a week, alongside visa restrictions for Colombian officials.
Facing potential economic fallout due to Colombia's dependency on U.S. trade, Petro's government agreed to accept deported migrants under U.S. terms.
Experts warn that while this is a short-term victory for Trump, it risks pushing Latin American countries toward alternative trade partners like China or Europe.