In a recent interview with the BBC, Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed alarm over what he described as a new form of imperial influence by the United States. He characterized the United States’ recent threat against Colombia during President Trump’s administration as part of a broader policy pattern that he referred to simply as “an empire.”br_2_The Trump administration had reportedly considered deploying military forces to Colombia amid concerns over security and territorial integrity. Petro underscored that such threats contradicted prior statements of partnership and were perceived by his administration as coercive, further exacerbating tensions between the two nations. The comments came at a time when Colombia has sought to balance its strategic alliances with domestic policy priorities and international diplomatic events.br_3_Petro’s remarks question the United States’ approach to Latin American affairs, prompting discourse on sovereignty and foreign intervention. The dialogue raises inquiries into how nations externalize power under the guise of security while confronting the implications of military intimidation in a contemporary geopolitical landscape.