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Bitcoin climbed toward $93,000 as Trump warned Colombia and Mexico after Venezuela events, with geopolitics driving demand. The start of the new year has brought a new wave of volatility to international markets.  BTC has climbed on Monday, as investors reacted to new statements from the White House.  President Donald Trump noted that the United States might pursue tougher actions against Colombia and Mexico. These comments came after a high-stakes military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of its president, Nicolás Maduro. Geopolitical Trends Drive the Bitcoin Price Higher Market observers noted a clear link between the rising Bitcoin price and the latest headlines from Air Force One.  Trump spoke to reporters and criticised Colombia for its role in cocaine trafficking. He described the nation as “very sick” and led by a “sick man.” When asked about military involvement, he stated that such an operation “sounds good” to him. Nicolas Maduro on board the USS Iwo Jima. pic.twitter.com/omF2UpDJhA — The White House (@WhiteHouse) January 3, 2026   These words sent ripples through traditional and crypto asset markets alike. Bitcoin rose over 3% from $89,990 to touch the $93,000 mark and analysts believe the asset is currently behaving more like a safe haven than a speculative tech stock.  While previous conflicts often triggered market panic, the nature of the Venezuela operation kept uncertainty low. Trump also turned his attention to Mexico. Despite having a friendly rapport with President Claudia Sheinbaum, he warned that “something is going to have to be done” regarding cartels.  This focus on regional security has prompted traders to hedge their bets. Gold and silver also saw gains, but Bitcoin led the charge in terms of percentage growth. Institutional Inflows Support the Bitcoin Price Rally The recent jump in the Bitcoin price is not just due…

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