“From the Israeli people, I demand help for peace in Colombia and help for peace in Palestine and the world,” said Gustavo Petro
Gustavo Petro
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247 The President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, announced this Sunday (15) the suspension of diplomatic relations with Israel, as the country’s attacks on Palestinians in the Gaza Strip increased. In statements on social media, Petro emphasized the importance of his country’s independence and sovereignty and called for solidarity from Latin America. “If we have to suspend foreign relations with Israel, we will suspend them. We do not support genocide,” said President Petro, underlining his government’s position on the Gaza crisis. The president also emphasized that he did not feel insulted given the regional tensions.
The Colombian president’s demonstration was followed by a contribution from Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman Lior Haiat, in which he announced that the country had summoned Colombia’s ambassador to Israel, Margarita Manjarrez, to make statements about the president’s “hostile and antiSemitic statements.” Colombia against the State of Israel.
Petro made an appeal to Latin America, calling on the region to show real solidarity with Colombia. He emphasized that, as in the “Great Chaco War,” history will ultimately decide actions and decisions. The President referred to one of the largest armed conflicts of the 20th century in South America, involving Bolivia and Paraguay, which had significant consequences for the region.
The Colombian president also made a direct appeal to the people of Israel, asking for help in promoting peace in Colombia and Palestine and around the world. He emphasized his country’s commitment to peace and sovereign independence.