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At the UN, Colombia's President Compared Israel to the Nazi Regime

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At the UN, Colombia's President Compared Israel to the Nazi Regime
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First reported by Ynet · Jun 10, 2026

What happened

Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro compared Israel to the Nazi regime during a speech at the UN Security Council and said 20,000 people had been killed in Gaza. He also announced that Colombia would sever diplomatic relations with Israel over the war in Gaza. Relations between the two countries had already deteriorated after Colombia recalled its ambassador and condemned Israeli actions in Gaza.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

WallaCenter · HebrewJun 10, 2026
At the UN, Colombia's President Compared Israel to the Nazi Regime
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJun 10, 2026
Israeli Ambassador Danon Slams Colombia's President After Nazi Comparison
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 10, 2026
Colombia’s president compared Israel to the Nazis, Ambassador Danon says, “It’s unclear what he took”

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