Following India's Operation Sindoor, Colombia initially expressed solidarity with Pakistan, drawing criticism. Shashi Tharoor led a delegation to Colombia, conveying India's firm stance against terrorism after the Pahalgam attack. Consequently, Colombia withdrew its statement and affirmed support for India's position, acknowledging India's right to defend its sovereignty.
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