Following the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, US President Donald Trump has escalated his rhetoric against other Latin American nations, openly threatening Mexico, Colombia and Cuba with possible military action.

Speaking to journalists aboard Air Force One, Trump warned Colombian President Gustavo Petro and described a US military operation in Colombia as a “good idea.” He labeled Colombia’s situation as “bad,” accusing the country of ongoing drug production and trafficking that the United States would “not tolerate for long.”

When asked directly about potential US action in Colombia, Trump said such an operation would be acceptable to him. He made similar remarks regarding Mexico, signaling that Washington is considering tougher measures against neighboring countries it believes are contributing to regional instability.

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Trump also issued strong comments about Cuba, claiming the Cuban government has grown weak and appears close to collapse. His remarks suggested that Havana could be the next focus of US pressure following developments in Venezuela.

The statements come days after a US military operation in Venezuela led to the detention of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, a move that has already triggered widespread international condemnation and raised concerns over violations of sovereignty and international law.

Analysts warn that Trump’s latest threats could significantly heighten tensions across Latin America, potentially leading to diplomatic isolation, economic sanctions, or even military confrontation involving multiple countries.