Colombia has opened its embassy to Israel in Jerusalem, reversing a policy change made by former president Gustavo Petro after he cut ties with Israel over Gaza.
01Summary
- 01Colombian Foreign Minister Omar Bula Escobar and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar opened the embassy in Jerusalem on 14 October 2026.
- 02The move makes Colombia the 10th country to establish its embassy in Jerusalem.
- 03President Abelardo de la Espriella restored ties after taking office in August and also brought back a free trade agreement with Israel.
- 04The Palestinian Authority and Jordan’s Foreign Ministry both condemned the opening as a breach of international law and resolutions.
02Why it matters
The decision marks a sharp change in Colombia’s foreign policy and adds to diplomatic support for Israel’s claim to Jerusalem. It also deepens a long-running dispute over the city’s status, which remains central to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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