Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced that Colombia is facing bomb attacks from Ecuador after a bomb was reportedly discovered thrown from an airplane near the border. During a cabinet meeting, he expressed his suspicions that these bombings are coming from Ecuador, indicating a serious accusation amidst tense relations between the two countries.

This accusation arises during a trade conflict sparked by Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, who imposed a significant tariff on Colombian imports in January, citing Colombia's inadequate efforts to combat drug trafficking across the border. In response, Colombia implemented tariffs on various Ecuadorian goods and suspended electricity supplies to Ecuador, further straining the bilateral relationship and leading to a back-and-forth of retaliatory measures.

This incident could escalate the already fragile diplomatic relationship between Colombia and Ecuador, potentially leading to international scrutiny. As both nations navigate issues of trade and security, the implications of such serious allegations could impact not only their bilateral ties but also broader regional stability in combating drug trafficking and organized crime.