Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro, a staunch critic of Israel, ends his term today. According to reports, residents of Medellín celebrated his departure with a fireworks display, marking the end of a presidency marked by diplomatic tensions with Jerusalem.
Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro ends his term today, concluding a presidency marked by sharp criticism of Israel and diplomatic tensions with Jerusalem. According to reports, residents of Medellín celebrated his departure with a fireworks display.
Petro, who lost the presidential election to pro-Israel candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, had refused to concede and alleged without evidence that Israel rigged the vote, as The Zioneer previously reported. The transition of power comes as President-elect de la Espriella prepares to take office, having pledged to reverse Petro's anti-Israel policies.
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