Colombian Jews
Israeli technology could halt Colombia's drug traffickers as relations improve between the nations
Abelardo de la Espriella aims to restore diplomatic ties, pursue an embassy in Jerusalem, and reverse Colombia’s position at the International Court of Justice.
Colombian authorities, Interpol rescue 17 minors from ultra-Orthodox Lev Tahor sect
Who is Elkana Bohbot, the Colombian-Israeli hostage set to return to his wife and son? - explainer
Mayors of eight Colombian cities adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism
Colombia passes secret order institutionalizing Palestine support, Israel opposition
An investigation reveals that Colombian President Gustavo Petro signed a little-known directive institutionalizing support for Palestine, drawing sharp criticism from Jewish leaders.
Colombia’s president exploits antisemitism for political gain - opinion
Colombia would be better served by leadership that embraces and safeguards its Jewish community, rather than one that contributes to antisemitism both within its borders and around the globe.
Colombian president: Zionism partially owns international financial capital
"Zionism, strongly supported by international financial capital that it partially controls, prevents peace and unleashes horror on Palestine," said Colombian President Gustavo Petro.
Colombia's diplomatic break from Israel impacts trade, security, and global relations - explainer
Director of Colombia’s Jewish community to TML: “Every Jewish community in the world that has no Israeli Embassy feels like an orphan.”
Colombian descendants of Crypto-Jews rediscover their roots
In less than 30 years, a fully functional Jewish community has developed in Bello, Colombia, composed mostly of converts to Judaism whose families were once Jewish.
Colombian senator to 'Post': Christianity is Judaism for gentiles
Meet Colombia's first-known Jewish senator, Edgar Palacio Mizrahi.
Colombia to open Jerusalem trade office in nod to Israel's sovereignty
Office opening is seen as a partial victory for the campaign to push international recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
Colombian Jewish news anchor refused to cross herself, forced to resign
Channel 1’s Cathy Bekerman was asked to resign after refusing the order by Yamid Amat, newscast director of the CM& broadcast network.
Colombia's president praises Israel for help in massive landmine clearing efforts
After Afghanistan, there are more anti-personnel mines in Colombia than any other country in the world.
Colombians arrive in Israel to learn how to clear land mines
One official characterized Israeli efforts in helping the mine-clearing efforts in Colombia as a “humanitarian civilian” action.