What Happened
Bogota Cites Security Concerns and Human Rights Abuses
The Colombian government, led by President Abelardo de la Espriella, has severed diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, citing concerns over national and hemispheric security, as well as human rights abuses. The decision, announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, follows allegations of Iranian links to terrorist groups and actions in the Middle East that undermine Colombia’s confidence in the Iranian government. Consular relations between the two countries will remain intact, as reported by ColombiaOne.com.