| Source | Latest linked headline | Age |
|---|---|---|
| The Times of Israel | SA’AR MEETS COLOMBIA’S INCOMING PRO-ISRAEL PRESIDENT AHEAD OF TODAY’S INAUGURATION | 6 hrs ago |
| Deutsche Welle | MIDDLE EAST: HOUTHI ATTACK WOUNDS 11 IN SAUDI ARABIA | 4 hrs ago |
According to The Times of Israel, Israeli official Sa’ar met with the incoming President of Colombia – who is described as pro‑Israel – on the day before the Colombian inauguration. The meeting is seen as a diplomatic gesture ahead of the new president’s first day in office.
The Times of Israel report notes the meeting occurred on the eve of the inauguration, emphasizing the timing as a signal of intent to strengthen ties between the two countries. While no direct quotes are provided, the article positions the encounter within a broader pattern of regional realignments, noting that Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are set to sign a joint defense agreement aimed at containing Iran.
The meeting comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, including a Houthi attack that wounded 11 in Saudi Arabia, and speculation about the health of Iran’s Supreme Leader. These developments underscore the geopolitical stakes for Latin American and Middle Eastern actors.