Colombia and Israel Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

Colombian President Gustavo Petro held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, praising the humanitarian aid and the work of Israeli rescue teams. Petro described the conversation as "very warm and meaningful" and announced a new phase in bilateral relations based on friendship and cooperation. He reaffirmed the strength of the partnership, stating: "Colombia and Israel are always friends and allies!"

Colombian President Gustavo Petro held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which he highly praised the humanitarian aid and the work of Israeli rescue teams during a difficult period for the country. Petro characterized the conversation as "very warm and meaningful" and declared the arrival of "a new time for relations between Colombia and Israel—relations based on friendship, solidarity, cooperation, and mutual respect." He reaffirmed the strength of the partnership, concluding his address with the call: "Colombia and Israel are always friends and allies! Strong for the Homeland!" The article also mentions that earlier, "Kursor" wrote about a visit by the IDF to Colombia to exchange "Iranian experience." Details of the specific aid and timelines are not specified.