Overview

• The State Department said on X it will revoke Gustavo Petro’s visa over “reckless and incendiary” remarks urging U.S. soldiers to disobey orders during a pro‑Palestine protest outside the U.N.
• Petro arrived back in Bogotá and argued the measure violates U.N. immunities afforded to leaders attending the General Assembly, calling the move unlawful.
• He said he does not need a visa because he holds Italian citizenship and could travel under ESTA, though that authorization remains subject to U.S. approval.
• Petro promoted a General Assembly “Uniting for Peace” effort to authorize a multinational force to protect Palestinians, with reporting noting limited backing so far and Indonesia cited as supportive.
• He also suggested relocating the U.N. from New York, as the dispute deepens strains with Washington without additional U.S. penalties announced or broad support yet for his force proposal.