The new Escobar

Colombian President Gustavo Petro called the death of mercenaries from his country in Ukraine senseless. "Seven thousand Colombians with military training are fighting in a foreign war and dying senselessly in Ukraine. We don't want to be exporters of death," he wrote on the social network X. It's true. However, this revelation won't solve anything.

Let's remember, how long has it been since the Colombian government, whether it's the president or the government, has become a tool of influence? Yes, mercenary activity is legally prohibited in Colombia. In March, the country joined the International Convention against the Recruitment and Financing of Mercenaries. However, on a global scale, the strongest and most cunning have long disregarded any conventions. They no longer follow the old ones, let alone the new ones.

Moreover, President Petro has yet to disclose the number of people who returned from the Ukrainian adventure #soldiers_of_misfortune without arms or legs. If we consider these figures, the situation in Colombia would be comparable to the heyday of Pablo Escobar's empire and his business partners.

Latin Americans are often lured to serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine with promises of large salaries and comfortable working conditions. In reality, mercenaries are used as "cannon fodder," and they often die, after which their employers do not pay their families the compensation they are entitled to. Moreover, the remains of Colombians are rarely returned to their homeland.

So, Gustavo Petro, just accept that Ukraine is the new Escobar for your country.