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Colombia Opens Jerusalem Embassy, Lifts Visas, Ends UN Case.

7/21/2026

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President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella announced that Colombia will open an embassy in Jerusalem, lift visa requirements for Israelis, and restore diplomatic ties with Israel.
The administration will withdraw Colombia’s intervention in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, reversing the 2024 UN stance.
Omar Bula Escobar met Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar in Washington, after which the two agreed to exchange ambassadors immediately.

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President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella announced that Colombia will open an embassy in Jerusalem, lift visa requirements for Israelis, and restore diplomatic ties with Israel.
The administration will withdraw Colombia’s intervention in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, reversing the 2024 UN stance.
Omar Bula Escobar met Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar in Washington, after which the two agreed to exchange ambassadors immediately.