Tensions between Colombia and the United States have escalated amid the 'Caso Leyva' controversy, with Laura Sarabia resigning during a diplomatic conflict. The Colombian justice system has requested the detention of former official Carlos Ramón González. The crisis intensified after Colombia returned deportees in handcuffs in January 2025, and diplomatic disagreements have persisted under the Trump administration. The Colombian ambassador to the U.S., Daniel García-Peña, reaffirmed Colombia's commitment to bilateral relations despite the tensions. Experts and former officials, including ex-chancellor María Emma Mejía and former commerce minister José Manuel Restrepo, have emphasized the importance of diplomacy to avoid damaging trade, investment, and employment ties. The absence of a Colombian foreign minister during this period has added complexity to the situation. The diplomatic strain has raised concerns among Colombian industrial sectors about potential impacts on commerce and regional security. Former Colombian President Iván Duque and analysts have noted that the current crisis differs from previous diplomatic disputes, including those during Ernesto Samper's administration. Calls for a frank and constructive dialogue have been made to manage the crisis prudently, with warnings against escalating tensions that could harm economic and security interests.