BOGOTA: Colombia's newly appointed hard-right government on Monday (Aug 10) recognised Israel's claim over the Golan Heights, which it captured from Syria in 1967.The United States was until now the only country to recognise Israel's annexation of the territory in 1981.Colombian President Abelardo de l

Colombia's foreign ministry stated that it recognizes Israeli control over the area as “an essential component of its national defense and its ability to protect and safeguard its…

Newly inaugurated President Abelardo de la Espriella announces move days after taking office, capping a rapid restoration of ties with Israel and reversing diplomatic and legal…