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Under President Gustavo Petro, Colombia cut diplomatic ties with Israel over the Gaza war. Jerusalem's status is disputed, with both Israelis and Palestinians claiming it as their capital.
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Colombia opened an embassy in Jerusalem and reinstated its free trade agreement with Israel.
Why it matters: The move reverses Colombia's recent rupture with Israel and joins a small group of countries with embassies in Jerusalem.
Sources: Reuters · See it on the globe
Colombia opened an embassy in Jerusalem and reinstated its free trade agreement with Israel.
Why it matters: The move marks a sharp shift in Colombia's foreign policy and restores trade ties between the two countries.
Sources: Reuters · See it on the globe