Colombian Banks Block Accounts of President Petro and Minister Benedetti Amid US Sanctions

Colombian banks have blocked the accounts of President Gustavo Petro and Minister Armando Benedetti following their inclusion on the United States Lista Clinton for alleged involvement in money laundering and terrorism.

• At least one Bank in Colombia has frozen the financial accounts of President Gustavo Petro and his family members, as well as those of Minister Armando Benedetti.
• The action follows the inclusion of Gustavo Petro and Armando Benedetti on the United States Lista Clinton by the Department of the Treasury, citing allegations of money laundering and terrorism.
• This development raises concerns over the implications for President Gustavo Petros administration and its efforts to combat corruption and financial misconduct in Colombia.