Colombia Officially Exits Anti-Israel Hague Group
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Colombia has officially withdrawn from the Hague Group, an international alliance formed to pursue legal action against Israel over its actions in Gaza. The Colombian Foreign Minister stated the group is a tool for isolating Israel and that the country rejects this political course. This decision aligns with a broader shift in Colombian foreign policy and follows the country's withdrawal from proceedings at the International Court of Justice. The move was welcomed by Israel, and both nations also restored a free trade agreement and plan to enhance cooperation in technology, agriculture, and security.
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- Colombia officially withdrew from the anti-Israel Hague Group, where it was a co-chair.
- Foreign Minister Omar Bolá Escobar called the group a tool for isolating and criticizing Israel.
- The decision reflects a broader shift in Colombia's foreign policy after a change in leadership.
- Colombia had previously withdrawn from legal cases against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
- The Colombian embassy in Jerusalem was officially opened.
- Colombia and Israel restored their bilateral free trade agreement.
- Both nations aim to boost cooperation in technology, agriculture, and security.
The Colombian government has officially announced its withdrawal from the Hague Group, an alliance of nations formed to hold Israel legally accountable for its military actions in Gaza. Colombia, a full participant and co-chair of the group, stated its rejection of the bloc's political direction, which it characterized as a tool for isolating and criticizing Israel. This diplomatic move is part of a broader reassessment of Colombia's foreign policy following a change in leadership and the assumption of power by President. Previously, Bogota had withdrawn its participation in legal proceedings against Israel at the UN's International Court of Justice. Furthermore, during a visit by the foreign ministers of both nations, Colombia's embassy in Jerusalem was officially opened. Israeli officials welcomed Bogota's decision, viewing it as a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations. Concurrently, both countries finalized the restoration of a bilateral free trade agreement, removing previous restrictions imposed by the prior Colombian administration. The leadership of both nations emphasized their intention to foster cooperation in high technology, agriculture, and security.
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