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Colombia's Petro Condemns Gaza Crisis as Genocide

4/20/2025

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro passionately condemned the Gaza crisis, drawing parallels to the suffering of Christ. He spotlighted Dr. Hossam Abu Safiya, a physician in dire condition due to alleged torture. Petro's unwavering stance against Israel's military actions has branded them as genocidal, accusing the nation of committing war crimes.

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro passionately condemned the Gaza crisis, drawing parallels to the suffering of Christ. He spotlighted Dr. Hossam Abu Safiya, a physician in dire condition due to alleged torture. Petro's unwavering stance against Israel's military actions has branded them as genocidal, accusing the nation of committing war crimes.