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Colombia opens embassy to Israel in Jerusalem
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Colombia has opened an embassy to Israel in Jerusalem, according to Al-Monitor. The move represents a significant diplomatic shift, as few countries maintain diplomatic missions in the contested city. Colombia joins a small number of nations that have established embassies there following their recognition of Israeli sovereignty over Jerusalem.
The opening reflects broader geopolitical realignments in Latin America regarding Israel-Palestine relations. Most countries maintain embassies in Tel Aviv, following international consensus that Jerusalem's final status should be determined through negotiations.
