Colombia recalls ambassador to U.S. amid deadly boat strikes and diplomatic clash

By John Otis

Published October 20, 2025 at 4:33 PM EDT

Colombia recalls its ambassador to Washington amid fallout from U.S. boat strikes — and a war of words between Presidents Petro and Trump.

John Otis

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