Middle East
EgyptInternational condemnation of Colombia's Jerusalem embassy
Egypt and 18 other Arab and Muslim countries have condemned Colombia's decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem.
Background
The status of Jerusalem is a core issue in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with both Israelis and Palestinians claiming it as their capital. Most countries maintain embassies in Tel Aviv, adhering to international consensus that Jerusalem's final status should be determined through negotiations. Colombia's decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem marks a shift from this long-standing diplomatic practice.
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