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- The Colombian government officially cut diplomatic relations with Iran on September 19.
- The administration of President Abelardo de la Espriella justified the move by citing concerns regarding hemispheric national security.
- Officials alleged that Iran maintains connections with local groups described as narco-terrorists.
- Consular relations between the two nations will continue despite the termination of formal diplomatic ties.
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- Potential severance of relations with Cuba and Nicaragua
- Further diplomatic developments regarding the Middle East and the United States
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