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Colombian President Reverses Ban, Resumes Coal Exports to Israel
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 15 hours ago
What happened
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has reinstated coal exports to Israel, reversing a 2024 ban by his predecessor Gustavo Petro, citing economic harm caused by the previous ideological restrictions.
- 01Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella reinstates coal exports to Israel.
- 02Former President Gustavo Petro halted exports in 2024 due to Gaza conflict and political reasons.
- 03De la Espriella calls the previous ban an ideological decision harming Colombia's economy.
- 04The export renewal aims to end past ideological restrictions and improve economic and legal stability.
- 05The decision is intended to restore international trust and economic confidence in Colombia.
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