Colombia opens embassy in Jerusalem in shift on Israel
Middle East2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported40m ago
Colombia officially inaugurated its embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday, joining a small group of nations that have relocated their diplomatic missions from Tel Aviv to the city. The ceremony was attended by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, marking a significant shift in Colombia's diplomatic positioning regarding Israel.
This move places Colombia among the few countries to maintain an embassy in Jerusalem, a city with contested status. The event was described by officials as an important development for both the State of Israel and the city of Jerusalem.
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Middle East Eye (GB)Highlights the move as a rare diplomatic shift
Arab News (SA)Emphasizes the relocation from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem
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