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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade County

U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth reports Colombia requested joint military operations against 'narcoterrorism'

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U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that the administration of Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has requested U.S. assistance for joint military operations. The proposed collaboration is intended to combat groups identified by the Colombian government as 'narcoterrorists'.

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Why It Matters

This request signals a potential shift in U.S.-Colombia security cooperation, which could involve the deployment of U.S. military resources or personnel to Colombian territory.

Key Facts

  • U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the request on Wednesday.
  • The request was made by the administration of Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella.
  • The stated purpose of the joint operations is to combat 'narcoterrorism'.
  • The request involves direct U.S. collaboration in military operations within Colombia.

Who's Mentioned

PersonKaroline Leavitt“White House Press Secretary”locationUnited States“Country providing potential military support”locationColombia“Country where operations are proposed”PersonAbelardo de la Espriella“President of Colombia”PersonJose Raúl Mulino“President of Panama”other19“Number of members in the Escudo de las Américas coalition”OrganizationInternational Criminal Court“Target of U.S. administration criticism”PersonDonald Trump“President of the United States”PersonPete Hegseth“U.S. Secretary of Defense”