Mauricio Jaramillo-Israel-palestina 15 de mayo 2018

Abstract

Analyst Mauricio Jaramillo explains the global impact of the relocation of the United States embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, ordered by Donald Trump. This decision shattered the long-standing international consensus that Jerusalem is a shared capital, unleashing a wave of violence and serious protests in the Gaza Strip. Jaramillo characterizes the US stance as a mistake that undermines its role as mediator and diminishes the prospects for peace. He also criticizes Latin American and European countries (such as Guatemala and Paraguay) that supported the move or relocated their embassies, suggesting they did so clumsily to avoid economic repercussions and curry favor with the State Department. Conversely, he highlights the prudence of powers like France and the United Kingdom, suggesting that the severity of the crisis could prompt Europe to lead a new peace process. Finally, he mentions that Colombia has opted for pragmatism and silence to avoid tensions with the US, maintaining its representation in Tel Aviv without endorsing Trump's decision.