Abelardo de la Espriella

Colombia to open embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday

Colombia will open an embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday, becoming the 10th country to do so as President Abelardo de la Espriella strengthens ties with Israel.

Colombia cuts diplomatic ties with Iran

Colombia has cut diplomatic ties with Iran, citing national security concerns and Tehran’s ties to narco-terrorist groups and regional attacks.

Colombia:

Incoming President drops out of ICJ case against Israel

Colombia’s incoming administration will withdraw from South Africa's ICJ genocide case against Israel as it reverses previous leader’s policies.

Embassy in Jerusalem

Israel and Colombia agree to restore ties

Israel and Colombia agree to fully restore diplomatic relations, reinstate ambassadors, eliminate visa mandates, and plan for a new embassy in Jerusalem.

Colombia’s President-elect:

'We'll work with Israel like never before'

Colombia's President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella says he will reverse current anti-Israel policies and forge an unprecedented military alliance.

De la Espriella declares victory in Colombia

Right-wing presidential candidate Abelardo De la Espriella pledged to govern for all Colombians after declaring victory in Colombia's razor-thin election, senior Israeli officials congratulate him.

Pro-Israel candidate:

Abelardo De La Espriella closes in on Colombian presidency

Right-wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella holds a narrow lead in Colombia’s presidential race, putting him on track to defeat leftist rival Ivan Cepeda.