2026-10-15 11:59 UTC · Haaretz
Colombia opens embassy in Jerusalem after restoring diplomatic ties with Israel
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The move marks a sharp reversal from former President Gustavo Petro, who severed ties with Israel in 2024 over the Gaza war. De la Espriella, who took office with the backing of U.S. President Donald Trump, has made restoring relations a priority
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