Colombia

Israelis to get visa-free entry to Colombia

Israel and Colombia scrap visa requirements beginning September 1, in the latest sign of rapidly warming ties between the two countries.

Colombia

Israeli aid delegation has rescued 17 people after earthquake

Following the Colombian government’s declaration, operations are transitioning to the recovery phase.

Mission enters third day:

Israeli teams search collapsed building after Colombia earthquake

Israeli rescuers are working alongside Colombian teams at a six-story building collapse site in Cali, while engineers assess wider structural damage following a powerful earthquake.

Israelis don't give up:

Time is running out for survivors in Colombia earthquake

Col. Yossi Pinto, head of Israeli delegation to Colombia, describes the search for missing people one week after the earthquake, 'We have yet to find any survivors, but Israelis don't give up.'

The race against time in Colombia

'Alliance of Brothers' delegation arrives in Colombia, begins working to locate and rescue people trapped under rubble after the recent earthquake.

After devastating earthquake

Israeli rescue mission lands in Colombia

Israeli rescue delegation lands in Cali, Colombia, following deadly 7.4-magnitude earthquake to provide critical search, rescue, and humanitarian aid.

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IDF embarks on humanitarian operation in Colombia

Home Front Command delegation departs for Colombia following logistical preparations.

After erthquake

Israeli aid delegation departs for Colombia

The joint humanitarian delegation of the IDF, the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, “Alliance of Brothers", will depart tonight for Columbia following the earthquake.

Netanyahu hails Colombia:

'The Israeli flag will continue to fly here'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks Colombia for recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, declaring the plateau will remain Israeli land.

Colombia earthquake: Jewish community hit

Homes belonging to Jewish families collapsed and a synagogue was damaged.

Colombia earthquake

224 dead, more than 2,700 missing

The death toll from the earthquake has risen to 224, while more than 2,700 people remain missing. Thousands of homes have been damaged or destroyed.

At least 111 dead in powerful Colombia earthquake

Colombian authorities report that at least 111 people have been killed in the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the country.

Colombia recognizes Israel's sovereignty over Golan Heights

Move follows US precedent and underscores Bogotá’s support for Israel’s security claims amid ongoing regional tensions and conflict concerns.

Minister Sa’ar begins official visit to Ecuador and Colombia

Sa’ar will represent Israel at the inauguration ceremony of Colombia’s President, Abelardo de la Espriella, and will be the first Israeli Foreign Minister to visit Ecuador in 44 years.

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.

Colombia Pres compares Israel to Nazis after saying Heil 'Hitler'

Amb. Danon condemns UN Security Council for allowing Gustavo Petro to engage in Holocaust inversion after he tweeted 'Heil Hitler.'

Colombian President condemned for ‘Heil Hitler’ post

Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro sparks outcry over tweet reading ‘Heil Hitler.’

Tragedy in Colombia:

Hassid murdered by robbers

Following days of searching after contact was lost with him, teams located the body of Nachum Yisrael Eber, a Belzer Hassid, who appears to have been attacked by a local criminal group.

Terrorists roaming freely:

Chilling outcry of Lev Tahor families

'Members of the Lev Tahor cult are terrorists who are freely roaming around the world. They can and must be stopped as soon as possible,' declares Eliyahu Kashani, the families’ representative.

Colombia deports members of the 'Lev Tahor' cult

Nine adults and 17 minors from the 'Lev Tahor' cult were deported from Colombia after trying to reestablish the group in a remote area of ​​the country.

Colombia: 17 minors rescued from Lev Tahor cult

Colombia authorities raid Lev Tahor compound, rescuing 17 boys, girls, and teens from cult members.

Double terror attack in Colombia

Seventeen dead, dozens injured, in two terror attacks in Colombia, targeting aviation training school and police helicopter.

Colombia appoints first ambassador to 'State of Palestine'

Colombia’s President appoints Jorge Ivan Ospina as the country's first ambassador to the "State of Palestine," formalizing diplomatic ties with an embassy in Ramallah.

Anti-Israel President to Hamas:

'Release the hostage Elkana Bohbot'

The President of Colombia, who has cut diplomatic ties with Israel, called on Hamas to release dual Israeli-Colombian citizen Elkana Bohbot.

Colombian President links hostage to solidarity with Palestinians

Colombian President Gustavo Petro links sign of life from Colombian-Israeli hostage Elkana Bohbot to his country's solidarity with Palestinian Arabs, posts video with map showing "Palestine" covering the territory of Israel.

For four years:

Illegal migrant impersonated haredi Jew

The suspect, who arrived in Israel from Colombia on a tourist visa and never left, would attend synagogue dressed in haredi garb, participate in the services, and was even called up to the Torah.

Colombia probes purchase and use of Israeli-made spyware

Colombia's attorney general opens investigation into alleged purchase and illegal use of Pegasus spy software, built by Israeli firm NSO.

Colombia ministry ends sale of coal to Israel

Israel unlikely to experience energy crisis due to lack of Colombia coal, report says.

Over Gaza war:

Colombia to suspend coal exports to Israel

Colombian President Gustavo Petro says coal exports to Israel will only resume “when the genocide” in Gaza stops.

After cutting ties with Israel:

Colombia to open embassy in Ramallah

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro, who has been critical of Israel's actions in Gaza, orders the opening of an embassy in Ramallah.

Colombia Pres. severs diplomatic ties with Israel

Israeli Foreign Minister Katz accuses President Gustavo Petro of siding "with the most despicable monsters known to mankind who burned babies, murdered children, raped women and kidnapped innocent civilians."

Colombian President threatens to cut ties with Israel

President Gustavo Petro, who has repeatedly criticized Israel's war against Hamas, threatens to break off diplomatic ties if Israel fails to comply with UN Security Council resolution calling for immediate ceasefire.

President of Colombia:

‘Netanyahu murdered 100 Palestinians – a Holocaust’

President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, postponed purchase of arms from Israel, following the death of dozens of Gazans when trying to plunder humanitarian aid trucks.

'There's genocide in Gaza'

Colombian President backs Brazilian President

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expresses support for comments made by Brazilian President da Silva, who compared Israel’s actions in Gaza to those of Hitler during World War II.

Israeli Foreign Minister:

Colombian President's remarks are antisemitic

Minister Cohen called out President Petro after he equated Israel's operation in Gaza to Nazism.

Amid war in Gaza:

Chile and Colombia recall their ambassadors to Israel

Earlier, Bolivia's government broke diplomatic ties with Israel and accused Israel of committing crimes against humanity.

Watch: Plane crashes in residential area of Colombia

A small plane was seen crashing into a number of buildings in the southern American city.

"You're rude!"

Colombian singer walks out of interview with Israeli reporter

Colombian singer Maluma leaves interview with Kan 11 correspondent after being asked about human rights violations in Qatar.

Israeli dies of dairy allergy in Colombia

Israeli exposed to lactose at local restaurant is rushed to hospital, dies a few days later.

Watch: Spectators flee as stadium collapses in Colombia

At least five people have been killed and hundreds injured after a stand collapsed during a bullfight in Colombia

Colombian president issues apology for Nazi-themed police event

Cultural exchange event for police cadet widely denounced for its Nazi theme, including swastikas, uniforms and replica firearms.

Report:

Iran, not Hezbollah, behind plot targeting Israelis

Plot to target Israelis and Americans in Colombia was hatched by Iran, not Lebanese terror group, say sources familiar with investigation.

Colombia accuses Hezbollah of 'criminal activities'

Colombia's Defense Minister says Hezbollah is being monitored after country captured and expelled two criminals commissioned by the group.

Colombian President seeks to upgrade ties with Israel

President Isaac Herzog hosts dinner in honor of visiting President Iván Duque Márquez of Colombia.

Colombia captures country’s most wanted drug trafficker

President Iván Duque likens arrest of Dairo Antonio Úsuga to the capture three decades ago of Pablo Escobar.

Israeli technology to save lives of Colombian children

Israel donates machines which 'extract' drinking water from the air to drought-stricken Colombian state.

Millions found in wall of drug kingpin's home

After seeing 'vision', Nicholas Escobar finds $18 million treasure wall of Pablo Escobar's home.

Operation to return Israelis from Panama commences

El Al aircraft 'Jerusalem of Gold' will fly for first time in history by direct flight from Panama to Israel and return Israelis home.

Colombian, Argentine Presidents call to congratulate Netanyahu

They discuss Iranian involvement in Latin America; PM praises Colombia decision to declare Hezbollah, Revolutionary Guards terror orgs.

El Al to send rescue flight to Colombia

Flight is expected to depart Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. from Bogota with about 150 hikers stranded in Colombia due to coronavirus pandemic.

Pompeo praises countries which blacklisted Hezbollah

Secretary of State praises Colombia, Honduras and Guatemala. "The US continues to rally int'l support to counter these threats."

Menorah monument in Colombia vandalized

Colombian government says vandalism of monument in Bogota is an expression of "intolerance and hate".

800 liters of water - from air

Israeli technology converts air into water for residents in northern Colombia.

Warning: Banana shortage ahead

Fungus which devastated banana plants across the eastern hemisphere makes its way to major banana exporter.

Israeli wanted for drug trafficking arrested in Portugal

Man wanted by Colombia for human, drug, trafficking, and money laundering arrested in Portugal.

Israeli group distributing relief to Venezuelan refugees

IsraAID NGO distributing relief materials to thousands of refugees fleeing Venezuela in neighboring Colombia.