What to expect as Trump and Petro meet at White House after months of tension and insults

U.S. President Donald Trump is hosting Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House. Analysts suggest this meeting could redefine their bilateral relations. Petro has criticized Trump over Gaza, while Trump has labeled Petro a “drug lord.” Tensions eased in January after a call between the two leaders. They plan to discuss drug trafficking and migration strategies. Colombia and the U.S. have differing views on drug control, with Petro favoring demand reduction and economic alternatives for farmers. The meeting follows tensions over a U.S. raid in Venezuela. Both leaders may agree on actions against drug trafficking and the ELN guerrilla group.