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Israel and Colombia Scrap Visa Requirements to Boost Travel and Diplomatic Ties
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First reported by Mako · 3 hours ago
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Israel and Colombia have agreed to eliminate visa requirements for each other's citizens starting September 1, enhancing travel and diplomatic relations. This follows renewed diplomatic engagement, including Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights and the appointment of Israel's new ambassador to Colombia.
- 01Israel and Colombia will mutually waive visa requirements starting September 1.
- 02The agreement follows talks between Israeli and Colombian foreign ministers.
- 03Israel's new ambassador to Colombia, Vivian Eisen, will begin her role soon.
- 04Colombia recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, a rare diplomatic move.
- 05The visa exemption reflects renewed diplomatic ties after over two years of estrangement.
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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew34 minutes ago
Israel and Colombia Scrap Visa Requirements to Boost Travel and Diplomatic Ties
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Colombia Restores Visa Waiver for Israelis Following Golan Sovereignty Recognition
MaarivCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Israel and Colombia Agree on Mutual Visa Waiver to Boost Diplomatic Ties
WallaCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israel and Colombia Scrap Tourist Visa Requirements to Boost Bilateral Ties
Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israel and Colombia Announce Reciprocal Visa Waiver Starting September 1
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