Latin America's Leftist Leaders Recall Israel Ambassadors Over Its War With Hamas
- Colombia, Chile call ambassadors in Israel for consultations
- Bolivia cut off diplomatic relations with the country Tuesday
People search through destroyed buildings in Khan Yunis, Gaza on Nov. 1.
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Latin America’s leftist leaders are reevaluating their relations with Israel over its offensive in the Gaza Strip, highlighting the diplomatic risks posed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bid to eradicate Hamas.
On Tuesday, Colombia and Chile recalled their ambassadors to Israel for consultations to protest the country’s attacks on Gaza. The hard-left government of Bolivia cut off diplomatic relations with Israel altogether, accusing it of “crimes against humanity.”