Former Colombian president Gustavo Petro in May 2024 broke diplomatic relations with Israel over its actions in Gaza and had heavily criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Colombia has opened an embassy in West Jerusalem under new far-right President Abelardo de la Espriella. Key points and original sources are listed below.

• Former Colombian president Gustavo Petro in May 2024 broke diplomatic relations with Israel over its actions in Gaza and had heavily criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.S1

• Colombia has opened an embassy in West Jerusalem under new far-right President Abelardo de la Espriella.S2