Petro says weapons that kill civilians in southwestern Colombia arrive from Ecuador
Gustavo Petro accuses that weapons used in attacks in Cauca come from Ecuador, increasing tension with Daniel Noboa's government
TL;DR
- President Gustavo Petro claims weapons and explosives used in attacks on civilians in Cauca, Colombia, enter from Ecuador.
- Petro suggested links between Ecuadorian mafia 'Los Choneros' and the Ecuadorian government, led by 'Fito'.
- He accused Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa of using Colombia to deflect from domestic issues related to drug trafficking and political corruption.
- Petro stated that Ecuador's mafia and politicians sabotage Colombia's peace program and illicit crop eradication.
- He believes Ecuador aims to escalate conflict to sabotage Colombia's upcoming presidential elections.
- Tensions between Colombia and Ecuador have risen due to accusations regarding drug trafficking and border security.
- Ecuador has imposed high tariffs on Colombian products, citing insufficient Colombian efforts against drug trafficking.