Colombian President Gustavo Petro has publicly accused Israel of hacking and manipulating his country’s presidential election. Petro alleges that compromised election software was used to influence the results, though specific details regarding the alleged interference have not been released. The accusation stems from reports suggesting vulnerabilities in the election system. Petro did not provide concrete evidence supporting his claim during the initial announcement, prompting calls for further investigation. The Israeli government has not yet responded to the allegations. This accusation marks a significant diplomatic strain between Colombia and Israel, and could lead to further scrutiny of election security measures in the region.