Colombia’s President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called. NYT Par :Annie Correal · Max Bearak and Genevieve Glatsky 8 janvier 2026 à 12:56 The conversation appeared to defuse a crisis that erupted after President Trump said military action against Colombia “sounds good.” President Gustavo Petro spoke to The New York Times just before the call. © Nathalia Angarita for The New York TimesPresident Gustavo Petro of Colombia during an interview with The New York Times in Cartagena on Wednesday.