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Colombia opens embassy in Jerusalem and restores free trade with Israel

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

Al Jazeera English reports: Colombia has opened an embassy in West Jerusalem under new far-right President Abelardo de la Espriella.

This world story centres on Israel. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Colombia, West Jerusalem and Jerusalem.

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Location
Israel · Middle East
Reported by
Al Jazeera English
First reported
Key names
Colombia, West Jerusalem, Jerusalem, President Abelardo
Section
World

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