Israel has appointed its first non-resident ambassador to Somaliland, marking a notable step in expanding diplomatic engagement with the self-declared republic in the Horn of Africa. While Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991, it is not internationally recognised as a sovereign state. The move signals growing strategic outreach by Israel in the region and could influence evolving geopolitical dynamics across East Africa.


Israel Appointed First Non-Resident Ambassador of Somaliland

Somaliland offered the US exclusive mineral access and military bases, seeking recognition. Somalia and the African Union oppose its independence, while Israel recently recognised the breakaway region.

‘We are open to offer’: Somaliland willing to give minerals, military bases to US

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi says no bilateral economic deal with Israel had yet been reached, but Somaliland expected to sign "a partnership agreement".


Somaliland Expects Israel Trade Deal, Has Minerals To Offer

Somalia has severed all agreements with the United Arab Emirates, annulling deals spanning key port operations, security cooperation and defence, citing “harmful actions” that undermine the country’s unity and sovereignty.


Somaliland row: Somalia cites UAE actions 'undermining its territorial integrity'

Israel's decision to recognize Somaliland is illegitimate and unacceptable, the Turkish president said on Tuesday.

"The preservation of Somalia's unity and integrity under all circumstances is a priority for us," Recep Tayyip Erdogan said at a news conference with his Somali counterpart Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Istanbul.

"We will continue to resolutely support Somalia's territorial integrity and political unity, and stand by the Somali people," the Turkish president stressed.


Trump-Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Peace Board: Turkey Criticises Israel's Somaliland Recognition

Israel's decision to recognize Somaliland is illegitimate and unacceptable, the Turkish president said on Tuesday.

"The preservation of Somalia's unity and integrity under all circumstances is a priority for us," Recep Tayyip Erdogan said at a news conference with his Somali counterpart Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Istanbul.

"We will continue to resolutely support Somalia's territorial integrity and political unity, and stand by the Somali people," the Turkish president stressed.

Israel's Decision to Recognize Somaliland Illegitimate, Unacceptable: Turkish Prez Erdogan

Israel’s move to recognise Somaliland has sparked strong international reactions and heightened tensions in the region. Watch this story to find out more.

Israel's recognition of Somaliland sparks global condemnation 

The Houthis have warned Israel over its alleged presence in Somaliland, saying any Israeli footprint in the region would be considered a target. The statement comes amid rising regional tensions and diplomatic concerns surrounding Somaliland’s strategic location.


Somaliland row: Houthis warn against Israeli presence in Somaliland 

Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on Friday -- a decision that could reshape regional dynamics and test Somalia's longstanding opposition to secession.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would seek immediate cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture, health, technology and the economy. In a statement, he congratulated Somaliland's president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, praised his leadership and invited him to visit Israel.

Somalian Govt Hits Out at Netanyahu; Arab League Meet to Reject Israel's Recognition of Somaliland

Somaliland Row: Muslim Nations Condemn Israel

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said Israel’s move is "against international law" and constitutes unacceptable interference in Somalia’s internal affairs, stressing that "Somalia & its people are one: inseparable by division from a far."


Somaliland Row: Prez Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Says Somalia Inseparable by Division

Israel Ignites Storm With Somaliland Recognition 

Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on Friday -- a decision that could reshape regional dynamics and test Somalia's longstanding opposition to secession.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would seek immediate cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture, health, technology and the economy. In a statement, he congratulated Somaliland's president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, praised his leadership and invited him to visit Israel.


Israel Ignites Storm With Somaliland Recognition

It is not only the US but South African nations and Somalia have also denounce Israeli recognition of Somaliland and say it will hamper peace and stability.

'Does anyone know Somaliland'?: Trump reacts on Israel recognising Somaliland as sovereign state

Israel has become the first country to recognise Somaliland as a sovereign state, a breakthrough in its quest for international recognition since it declared independence from Somalia 34 years ago.

Israel Becomes First Country to Recognise Somaliland as Sovereign State

Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, is a self-declared state in the Horn of Africa that lacks international recognition as a separate country.

Israel becomes first nation to recognise Somaliland as independent state

Somaliland, an unrecognised nation in the Horn of Africa, controls a vital stretch of the Gulf of Aden—one of the world’s busiest trade routes. Yet it doesn’t officially exist on world maps. Here’s how a ghost nation rules an ocean.

This country controls an ocean but doesn’t officially exist on world maps

Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, leader of Somaliland’s opposition, has been elected president of the breakaway region of Somalia. 'Irro’ took over 60 percent of the vote having pledged to push efforts to gain international recognition for the region.

Somaliland: Opposition 'Irro' Trumps Bihi, Becomes New President

Somaliland's Presidential election this year is critical and important for the breakaway region in their quest for independence. A peaceful election would reinforce Somaliland’s claim as a stable, democratic entity.

Somaliland Votes, Continues Its Long Quest for Recognition

Somaliland's first all-women basketball team hopes to put their country on the map with their skills on the court. Hargeisa girls was founded in 2018 but already has a significant online following and their success has led to enough other female teams being created since to form a women’s league in the socially conservative country, where female participation in sport remains taboo for many.

Somaliland's first all-girls basketball team shoot for recognition

Somalia rejects Ethiopia-Somaliland port deal, summons ambassador

Somalia authorities have over the past week been dealing with yet another mass displacement of people as conflict raged in las-anod following intensified confrontation between Somaliland forces and s-s-c militias. The problem in las anod is that the clans have disagreed on which side to pay allegiance to. Security experts fear that the problem may distract authorities from fighting Al-Shabaab, allowing the terrorists to infiltrate the area. Here's a report about what's happening in Somaliland.

World of Africa: Fighting rages in Somaliland's las anod

Loss of habitat and poaching is taking a toll on Cheetah cubs. Somaliland sets up a rescue center to keep rescued cubs from poachers.

Global Warming & Pet trade left Cheetah cubs vulnerable

In major strategic move, Somaliland opens its embassy in Taiwan

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