Colombia declared Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist group and announced stricter immigration measures

The Colombian government officially severed diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran on September 19, 2026, with the decision publicly announced by the Foreign Ministry on September 24. The administration cited national security concerns and alleged ties between Iranian entities and narcoterrorist groups as the primary motivations for the rupture.

The policy shift marks a significant change in Colombia's foreign relations. While the formal cessation of ties took effect several days prior to the public disclosure, the government has framed the move as a necessary step to address internal security threats linked to international actors.