Colombia

Israeli technology could halt Colombia's drug traffickers as relations improve between the nations

Abelardo de la Espriella aims to restore diplomatic ties, pursue an embassy in Jerusalem, and reverse Colombia’s position at the International Court of Justice.

AUGUST 2, 2026|ByGABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE

Abelardo de la Espriella in Bogotá, on June 25, 2026.

Vivian Aisen, newly appointed to be abassador to Colombia, was previously the ambassador to Macedonia. She is seen here speaking at a joint Israeli-Macedonian event.

Vivian Aisen appointed new ambassador to Colombia as Israel strengthens ties with Latin America

The appointment is part of Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar’s efforts to renew and restore relations between Israel and Colombia amid warming ties between Israel and Latin American countries.

JULY 27, 2026|ByNACHUM PERRY

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar with Lionel Aingimea, Nauru's deputy president and foreign affairs minister.

Nauru decides to open embassy in Jerusalem, becomes 10th country with embassy in Israel's capital

The decision came after Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar reached an understanding with Lionel Aingimea, Nauru's deputy president and foreign affairs, trade and justice minister.

JULY 23, 2026|ByIDAN KWELLER

Israel and Colombia flags at the peaceful protest of the members of the active reserve of the military and police forces against the government of Gustavo Petro, October 2023.

Colombia withdraws from ICC case against Israel, promises new embassy in Jerusalem

The announcement, made by incoming Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriell, said that Colombia aims to restore the "historic ties with Israel," following the government of Gustavo Petro.

JULY 19, 2026|ByANNA BARSKY

Colombian president threatens to break ties if Israel doesn't uphold ceasefire

The threat comes following the passing of a UN Security Council resolution that calls for an immediate ceasefire.

MARCH 26, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

A supporter of Israel holds flags during a protest, following Hamas' biggest attack on Israel in years, in Bogota, Colombia October 9, 2023.

Key witness backtracks on evidence against Ilan Shor in US court

The deposition of Matei Dohotaru, a former employee of the International Monetary Fund, took place earlier this month in the District Court of DC Colombia.

DECEMBER 20, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Legendary shipwreck: $20 billion treasure sparks ownership battle

Colombia's quest to salvage the "holy grail of shipwrecks" raises questions about ownership of the sunken fortune.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023ByWALLA!

Rally in Colombia demands the release of Israeli hostages

As the Israeli military campaign continues in Gaza, demonstrations have been held throughout Israel for the release of the hostages taken by Hamas.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Israel stops arms sales to Colombia, Bogotá threatens to cut ties

Colombia’s first left-wing president in decades — has continuously written pro-Palestinian posts on X, and argued with Jewish leaders.

OCTOBER 17, 2023ByJACOB KESSLER/JTA

Members of the Al-Qassam Brigades take part in a military festival organized by Hamas to honor the dead Palestinians who were killed by the Israeli army in the West Bank, Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip, in Gaza City, on October 4, 2021

Colombia’s president compares Israeli military to Nazis

The Colombian president also tweeted that Gaza is being “converted into a concentration camp.”

OCTOBER 10, 2023ByJACOB KESSLER/JTA

People hold a Palestinian flag and placards during a demonstration in support of Palestinians, in Buenos Aires, Argentina October 9, 2023.

Six people implicated in Ecuador candidate murder killed in prison

The killings took place in Litoral Penitentiary in Guayaquil, the South American country's largest city, the attorney general's office said earlier on Friday.

OCTOBER 7, 2023ByREUTERS