South america

Bolivia confirms seven deaths, others still missing after military base explosion

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz announced a period of national mourning and urged people not to politicize the tragedy.

A military officer walks through the affected area a day after loud explosions that left people dead and injured at a military barracks, in Viacha, Bolivia, September 5, 2026.
Members of the Colombian military attend the inauguration of a new unit to address rebel and crime gang activities along its border with Venezuela, in Cucuta, Colombia, October 6, 2021.

Colombia’s new Israel alliance is a strategic blow to Iran and its proxies - opinion

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.

Israel, Colombia announce mutual visa exemption as nations continue to rebuild diplomatic ties

ZAKA vehicle (Illustrative).

Israeli man in his 60s dies in Peru after more than three years in prison


Israeli aid delegation begins work in Colombia following deadly earthquake

Mapping efforts and building assessments have begun in order to establish plans and priorities for the ongoing response efforts.

IDF Home Front Command forces operating at impact sites in Cali, Colombia, August 14, 2026.

Yahalomi mother, daughter found in Buenos Aires after traveling there voluntarily, police say

The women were reportedly running away to start new lives.

Mali and Liel Yahalomi, an Israeli mother and daughter, who have been mising since August 7, 2026.

Mother, daughter missing from Vienna possibly fled to South America - report

Later on Friday night, Austrian police confirmed that the women had left the country and that there was no suspicion of coercion.

Mali and Liel Yahalomi, an Israeli mother and daughter, who have been mising since August 7, 2026.

Race to reach trapped survivor offers hope in Colombia quake zone

285 have been killed, nearly 4,000 were injured, and 400 others are still missing from a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday.

A man cries as he embraces a rescue worker in the aftermath of an earthquake, in Cali, Colombia, August 13, 2026.

Colombia earthquake ‘reminded me of Israel’s sirens and bombs,’ Israeli in Bogota tells 'Post'

As the earthquake struck, an Israeli family experienced “something beautiful” when Colombians gathered around them and asked the family to bless them.

People evacuate after an earthquake in Cali, Colombia on August 10, 2026.

Colombia becomes second country to recognize Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights, joining US

Bogota says it recognizes Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights as an 'essential component of its national defense' • Sa'ar: Decision demonstrates Colombian president's 'commitment to Israel'

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

At least 224 killed, more trapped under rubble after 7.4 magnitude earthquake shakes Colombia

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar shared his concerns about the earthquake in a statement and offered his Colombian counterpart any assistance Israel could provide in the aftermath of the quake.

People look for survivors amid the rubble of a collapsed building after an earthquake in Cali, Colombia on August 10, 2026.

Sa’ar visits Ecuador, Colombia to strengthen Israel-Latin America ties

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar began a diplomatic visit on Wednesday to Ecuador and Colombia, where he will hold meetings aimed at strengthening Israel's relations across Latin America.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar (L) stands with Ecuador's Foreign Minister Roberto Kury and Interior Minister John Reimberg on August 5, 2025.

Thirteen dead after tourism aircraft crashes near Nazca Lines in Peru

Flights over the Nazca Lines departing from the nearby Maria Reiche Airport had been suspended on Friday due to winds exceeding 40 kph (25 mph), which kicked up dust and reduced visibility.

A Cessna 208B Grand Caravan (foreground); illustrative.

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.

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.