Colombia recognizes Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights
Colombia's new government formally recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, saying control of the plateau is essential to Israel's security amid persistent regional instability. The foreign ministry framed the decision as related to Israel's right to protect itself. The announcement follows Colombia's decision to move its embassy to Jerusalem and echoes a 2019 US proclamation by President Donald Trump; the article notes Israel captured the Golan from Syria in 1967 and extended Israeli law there in 1981. The declaration marks a clear policy shift that may affect Colombia's diplomatic relations.
Colombia officially recognizes Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights.
Context
The United States recognized the Golan in 2019 under President Donald Trump. Israel captured the Golan Heights from Syria in 1967 and extended Israeli law there in 1981. Other governments may change their diplomatic ties with Colombia.
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