US EditionMore countries reject Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
Israel is the first country to recognize Somaliland’s independence since 1991, triggering condemnation from over 20 countries and regional organizations citing risks to regional peace.
- Representatives from 21 countries condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland, stating it violates international law and threatens regional stability, according to a statement released by Qatar's Foreign Ministry.
- Israel's recognition of Somaliland was described as a serious precedent threatening international peace and security by foreign ministers of Arab, Islamic, and African countries.
- Somalia's government rejects Somaliland's independence, viewing it as a violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity, which was stated in the condemnation by Pakistan's Foreign Ministry.
- The European Union opposed Israel's recognition, asserting that it undermines Somalia's unity and is essential for peace in the region.
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Behind Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, strategic, geopolitical interests at work
Somaliland has a population of nearly six million, and enjoys significant regional autonomy, given that it has its own money, passports and police force. However, it has not been officially recognised by any country in the world, barring Israel.
The UN Security Council is set to hold an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss Israel's move to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent state, a move that has sparked widespread international and Arab controversy.
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der Standard DEOn Friday Israel was the world's first country to recognize the apostate region of Somaliland as a sovereign state. Muslim states see it as a serious violation of international law
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