Colombia condemned Israel’s airstrikes on Gaza, resulting in over 400 casualties. The Foreign Ministry cited a violation of a ceasefire agreement and called for maintaining dialogue for prisoner exchanges. President Gustavo Petro accused Israel of genocide and has initiated international legal actions against the state while facing criticism for his stance on human rights in Palestine.
Colombia’s Foreign Ministry publicly expressed its disapproval regarding Israel’s recent airstrikes in Gaza, which reportedly resulted in over 400 fatalities within a single day, according to local authorities. The Ministry declared that these actions constitute an “indiscriminate bombing” and violate the ceasefire established earlier in January between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government and Hamas, aimed at facilitating prisoner exchanges.
The ceasefire was intended to facilitate negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas and Palestinians imprisoned by Israel, frequently without substantial cause. The Ministry emphasized the importance of maintaining the ceasefire and reinstating dialogue to enable the release of both abducted Israelis and Palestinian political prisoners.
Furthermore, Colombia’s Foreign Ministry asserted its commitment to advocating for justice regarding individuals responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity through international legal frameworks. President Gustavo Petro has been vocal in accusing Israel of committing acts of genocide.
In alignment with this stance, Colombia’s ambassador to the Netherlands participated in a coalition of international ambassadors and jurists presenting accusations of genocide against Israel before the International Court of Justice in The Hague. In a related measure, President Petro severed diplomatic relations with Israel, additionally banning coal exports that he believes contribute to Israel’s military operations in the Palestinian territories.
This firm action has faced criticism, with accusations from the Israeli government and various Zionist organizations in the United States, branding President Petro’s human rights advocacy for Palestine as anti-Semitic.
Colombia’s Foreign Ministry condemned Israel’s airstrikes in Gaza and reaffirmed its commitment to justice for victims of conflict. The deteriorating situation emphasizes the significance of dialogue and adherence to ceasefire agreements. President Gustavo Petro’s actions, including severed diplomatic ties with Israel, illustrate Colombia’s steadfast support for human rights, despite facing international criticism regarding allegations of anti-Semitism.
Original Source: colombiareports.com
