Colombia’s new government will open an embassy in Jerusalem
Colombia’s incoming foreign minister has told his Israeli counterpart that the South American country will open an embassy in Jerusalem, the Israeli Foreign Ministry said Wednesday, making good on President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella’s election…
Assessment
Colombia is shifting its diplomatic posture toward Israel, breaking with the previous administration's freeze and aligning with a broader rightward trend in Latin America. The embassy move signals a reset in bilateral relations, with economic and diplomatic ties set to resume fully next month. Watch for how this realignment affects Colombia's regional relationships and its stance on Middle East policy.