Colombia to Resume Aerial Coca Spraying Despite Health Concerns

Colombia announced it will resume aerial spraying of coca crops, reversing a prior ban, days after President Abelardo De La Espriella and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed stronger anti-drug measures. The decision signals a policy shift under U.S. pressure, though health and environmental concerns remain unresolved. This marks a notable reversal from previous Colombian policy and could strain domestic opposition.