Colombia & United States — United States Southern Command

Colombia: Colombia is a major producer of cocaine, and the Trump administration has imposed sanctions on its President, Gustavo Petro, and his family over accusations of involvement in the global drug trade, escalating tensions.

United States — United States Southern Command: The USS Gerald R. Ford and its strike group are deploying to the United States — United States Southern Command region to bolster U.S. capacity to detect, monitor, and disrupt illicit actors and activities.

Colombia: A Colombian rescue team successfully rescued an 11-year-old boy, Moises, from the rubble, demonstrating international cooperation in the relief efforts.

United States — United States Southern Command: The United States — United States Southern Command deployed over 900 personnel to Venezuela to support relief operations, including search-and-rescue, airport functionality, and humanitarian aid logistics.