Colombia Opens Jerusalem Embassy, Reversing Predecessor's Break With Israel
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Colombia opened its embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, reversing former President Gustavo Petro's decision to break ties with Israel. New President Abelardo de la Espriella also reinstated a free trade agreement. Petro had cut relations in May 2024 over Gaza actions, which Israel called antisemitic. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar thanked the new president for improving bilateral relations.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Colombia opened its embassy in Jerusalem on October 14, 2026, reversing a previous break with Israel.
- New President Abelardo de la Espriella also reinstated a free trade agreement with Israel.
- Former President Gustavo Petro had severed ties in May 2024 over actions in Gaza.
- Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar praised the reversal and improved bilateral relations.
- Colombia is the tenth country to open an embassy in Jerusalem.
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