Syria has strongly condemned the statement issued by the Colombian foreign ministry, which it said recognizes “Israeli sovereignty” over the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, SANA reports.

This is “inconsistent with international law and relevant United Nations resolutions,” Damascus noted.

In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Syria expressed its categorical rejection and condemnation of the Colombian position, affirming that the Golan is an inseparable part of Syrian territory.

The ministry said the Colombian government’s statement constitutes a flagrant violation of the UN Charter, statements by UN Secretary-General António Guterres affirming that the Golan is Syrian territory and that the United Nations recognizes it as part of Syria, as well as the principle of the inadmissibility of acquiring territory by force and UN Security Council Resolution 497 of 1981.

Syria also expressed appreciation for growing international support for its legitimate rights in the occupied Syrian Golan, noting that the number of states supporting the UN General Assembly resolution titled “The Syrian Golan” increased from 97 states in 2024 to 123 states in 2025.

Also, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed that Syria will continue to use all legitimate diplomatic and legal means to defend its sovereignty, territorial integrity and established rights, and to work toward the recovery of its occupied territories.

Colombia recognizes Israel sovereignty over Golan Heights