I thank Colombia and my good friend, Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella @ABDELAESPRIELLA, for his historic decision to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, following our meeting in Barranquilla, Colombia, last Thursday.
With this, one of his first decisions in office, the President of Colombia has demonstrated his leadership, his values, and his commitment to Israel and to Israel’s security.
I thank my colleague and friend, Foreign Minister @omarbula, for his friendship, cooperation, and professionalism.
Israel is a small country with no strategic depth. Defensible borders are essential to ensuring the continued existence of the Jewish people in our historic homeland.
I will continue working so that more countries join the United States, under President Trump, and Colombia, under President de la Espriella, in recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, where Israeli law was applied 45 years ago.
🇨🇴 Colombia’s army just captured a FARC dissident commander known as “Menor” as armed groups intensify attacks across the country.
The 29th Brigade detained the mid-level leader of the Dagoberto Ramos structure during a raid earlier this month.
At the same time, one of the largest rebel organizations claimed a vehicle-mounted assault on police compounds in a border city that wounded more than ten officers and destroyed dormitories, vehicles and nearby businesses.
Security forces have responded by flooding the same region with extra troops, armor and checkpoints.
A separate operation farther south netted five members of another criminal network along with weapons and vehicles.
A fresh strike on a rural police station overnight shows the violence is still spreading.
Source: wfwitness (tg)/ Writer: Samuel
Breaking News: At least 20 people were killed when an earthquake struck 150 miles west of Bogotá, Colombia, causing significant damage, officials said. Follow updates. https://t.co/qJzteiRy8o
🇨🇴🇮🇱 COLOMBIA RECOGNIZES ISRAELI SOVEREIGNTY OVER THE GOLAN HEIGHTS
Colombia recognizes Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights.
FM Sa’ar: “In one of his first decisions in office, the President of Colombia demonstrated his leadership, his values, and his commitment to Israel and Israel’s security.”
🇨🇴 Colombia's army took out FARC dissident commander "El Russo" in a targeted operation in Guaviare department.
A guy nicknamed "The Russian" operating in the Colombian jungle. No further questions.
FARC dissidents have continued terrorizing rural Colombia despite the 2016 peace deal, and the military has been systematically dismantling their leadership.
One less commander calling shots in the jungle.
Source: @TabzLIVE on TG / Writer: Oliver
🚨🇨🇴 Less than 48 hours in office and Colombia's new President De La Espriella has already sent thousands of troops into streets and jungle targeting FARC-linked criminals.
No honeymoon period. Straight boots on the ground.
The idea is simple: "Submit to justice or face the legitimate force of the Republic."
Colombia has tried negotiations. They failed spectacularly. Looks like this administration is skipping straight to Plan B.
Source: @ABDELAESPRIELLA, CIG on TG / Writer: Oliver
Terrible news about the earthquake in western Colombia, which also affected neighboring Ecuador. As of now, at least 25 people have been reported dead, and there are people trapped under the rubble. Our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and to everyone affected. Any loss of life is tragic. We stand in full support and solidarity with the people of Colombia and everyone who has been affected by this disaster. We call on everyone around the world who can support the affected people and countries right now to step up and help.
Mis oraciones están con los pueblos de Colombia, Ecuador y Panamá tras el fuerte terremoto que sacudió la región.
Expreso mi profunda solidaridad a todos los afectados por las consecuencias de esta tragedia.
https://t.co/qkjiQoFdaU
Toda nuestra solidaridad con el pueblo colombiano tras el fuerte terremoto que afectó al occidente del país. Chile conoce el dolor y el desafío que dejan los sismos. Estamos disponibles para apoyar en lo que Colombia necesite.
I’m closely monitoring the situation following the powerful earthquake that struck Colombia and was felt across the region, including Ecuador.
Anne and I are praying for the safety of the Colombian people and everyone affected.
Colombia is a great friend and important strategic ally of the United States, and we stand with President @ABDELAESPRIELLA and the Colombian people as they recover. 🇺🇸🇨🇴
I am asking Elon @elonmusk to please activate @Starlink in Colombia.
We don’t know how many people are dead as rescue efforts are ongoing.
I am also asking @POTUS to please send aid & support in this disaster.
@SecRubio
🚨SOS Colombia Earthquake🚨
The Trump Administration is closely monitoring the large earthquake that struck Colombia and stands ready to support the people of Colombia and President @ABDELAESPRIELLA’s Administration. American citizens in Colombia should enroll at https://t.co/KxoOEQejkZ and follow @USEmbassyBogota’s social media accounts for the latest information.