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Israel and Venezuela Restore Diplomatic Ties for First Time Since 2009
Israel and Venezuela have restored consular relations after a 14-year break, following humanitarian cooperation after Venezuela's earthquakes and recent diplomatic talks.
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- 01Israel and Venezuela renew consular relations for the first time since 2009.
- 02The move follows humanitarian aid and cooperation after Venezuela's devastating earthquakes.
- 03Agreements include collaboration in energy, commerce, innovation, and technology sectors.
- 04Venezuela holds one of the world's largest oil reserves but underproduces due to infrastructure issues.
- 05The 2009 diplomatic break was due to Venezuela's protest against Israel's Gaza operation.
- 06Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen highlighted the opportunity for mutual growth and energy security.
The renewal includes agreements on energy, commerce, and technology collaboration, marking a significant shift since Venezuela severed ties in 2009 over the Gaza conflict.
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