Columbia

Colombia has formally severed diplomatic relations with Iran after more than 50 years, citing Tehran’s alleged connections to terrorist organizations. The move follows a change in leadership in Bogotá that has also brought renewed ties with Israel.

Israel's Foreign Ministry announced that a 5-ton shipment, primarily containing medical equipment, will depart for Colombia after Shabbat. The shipment comes as the Home Front Command continues its work in the area devastated by the earthquake. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar: "Israel will continue to stand alongside Colombia."

After two years of strained relations, Israel and Colombia have agreed to restore mutual visa-free travel beginning in September. The move follows the renewal of diplomatic ties and is expected to help bring Israeli travelers back to the country.

The Israeli Home Front Command’s "Brit Re’im" delegation continues working at disaster sites in Cali alongside local teams to locate missing people. Mission engineers are mapping damaged buildings and helping authorities manage the evolving situation.

About 80 rescue personnel and specialists will fly to Colombia tonight aboard Israeli Air Force aircraft following the earthquake that struck the country. The delegation will assess damaged areas, work to save lives, and provide humanitarian aid to survivors.

The death toll from the earthquake that struck Colombia has reached 265, with 496 people still missing. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said Israel is sending a delegation to help, and Colombia has approved its arrival.

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 77 people. Buildings collapsed and airports were shut down. Israel offered humanitarian assistance.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and Colombia’s president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, spoke after de la Espriella’s election victory and agreed to strengthen the strategic alliance between the two countries.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro spoke at a U.N. Security Council session, addressed the fighting in Gaza, and drew a comparison between Israel and the Nazi regime.

Mahdawi, a leading figure in Columbia University's anti-Israel protests, has appealed the ruling as his legal battle continues

Twenty-four lawmakers from 14 countries joined a CAM-backed statement after Colombia’s president used the Nazi slogan in an online exchange

Colombia’s outgoing president, Gustavo Petro, set off a firestorm after posting the words "Heil Hitler" on X. Israel’s Foreign Ministry responded: "A complete loss of moral compass and an indelible stain on Colombia’s legacy."

Right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, who has pledged to restore diplomatic ties with Israel, emerged as a surprise force in the first round of Colombia’s presidential election and now leads against the left-wing candidate ahead of the decisive June 21 runoff.