🔸The Colombian government announced on Thursday, October 2, that it has cut diplomatic relations with Iran.

🔸In a statement, the Colombian government said the decision was made based on considerations related to “national security at the hemispheric level” and went into effect on September 19 (28 Shahrivar).

🔸In its statement, Colombia accused the Iranian government of having ties with “narco-terrorist groups” that, according to Colombia, threaten the country’s security.

🔸The Colombian government also strongly criticized Tehran for blocking traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and for attacks on other Middle Eastern countries during the war between the United States and Israel.

🔸Ablardo De la Espria, the new and right-leaning president of Colombia, supported by Donald Trump, has taken steps aligned with the policies of the U.S. government since taking power from his left-leaning predecessor.

🔸He had announced, before his inauguration ceremony, plans to cut relations with leftist governments in Cuba and Nicaragua.

🔸Colombia said it will maintain its consular relations with Iran.