# Donald Trump’s Latin American allies open arms to Israel

https://mins.news/en/item/22933

- DW, 2026-08-15 11:35 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/donald-trump-s-latin-america-allies-open-arms-to-israel/a-78378930?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Israel’s military actions in Gaza and settler attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank have largely isolated it internationally, but Latin America’s authoritarian right sees an opportunity for strategic partnership. Venezuela is restoring consular services, while Colombia has renewed diplomatic ties and plans to move its embassy to Jerusalem, reflecting a broader alignment with Israel and US foreign policy.