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Gustavo Petro: “But for the homeland, I will take up arms.”

On the recordJanuary 10, 2026
But for the homeland, I will take up arms.
Said by
Gustavo Petro
Source
latimes.com
Jan 10, 2026

Editor's note · Context

Petro declares willingness to defend Colombia against U.S. threats.

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