Colombia Withdraws From Hague Group Opposing Israel
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
Colombia has withdrawn from the Hague Group, an international coalition formed to take measures against Israel over the Gaza war. Foreign Minister Omar Bolla cited disagreement with the group's anti-Israel focus as the reason for the departure. Colombia was a founding member of the group, established on January 31, 2025, but joins Bolivia and Honduras in leaving.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Colombia has withdrawn from the Hague Group, an international coalition formed to take measures against Israel.
- Foreign Minister Omar Bolla stated Colombia rejects the group's approach to Israel.
- The Hague Group was established on January 31, 2025, by eight founding nations.
- Colombia was a co-chair of the group and a founding member.
- Bolivia and Honduras had previously withdrawn from the organization.
Colombia has announced its withdrawal from the Hague Group, an international coalition formed to pursue measures against Israel concerning the war in Gaza. The South American nation is ceasing its participation not only as a member state but also as one of the group's co-chairs. This decision marks a significant shift for Colombia, which was among the founding members of the organization.
According to an official statement from Colombia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on October 15, the government's decision stems from its disagreement with the group's direction. Foreign Minister Omar Bolla stated that Colombia officially requested to leave because it rejects the group's approach to Israel, characterizing it as a body created to isolate and attack the Jewish state.
The Hague Group was established on January 31, 2025, through the initiative of Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, Honduras, Malaysia, Namibia, Senegal, and South Africa. Its purpose was to coordinate international actions against Israel amid the Gaza conflict, advocating for increased pressure and legal mechanisms regarding the Israeli army's conduct.
However, the group has seen a decline in membership since its inception. The Colombian Foreign Ministry noted that Bolivia and Honduras had previously left, making Colombia the third founding member to withdraw. The statement emphasized that Colombia's departure does not signify an abandonment of international cooperation principles. The country reaffirmed its commitment to international law, multilateral diplomacy, and peaceful conflict resolution, intending to continue contributing to global security and justice through the United Nations.
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