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Somaliland denies agreeing to host Israeli bases, resettle Palestinians
Somaliland rejects claims of military bases and Palestinian resettlement amid Israel's recognition; diplomatic ties described as lawful and strategic by officials.
- On Thursday, Somaliland Ministry of Foreign Affairs dismissed as baseless claims it made a deal with Israel, saying its engagement was purely diplomatic and respected international law.
- Reports earlier this year showed Somaliland was interested in assisting Israel on Palestinians as officials in Hargeisa pushed for recognition, while Hassan Sheikh Mohamud alleged three conditions from Israel.
- A November report by the Institute for National Security Studies said Somaliland could serve as a forward base against the Houthis, who warned earlier this week any Israeli presence would be a target, a stance Mostafa Hasan said was a declaration of war.
- Tens of thousands protested on December 30 in Somalia, while more than 50 countries condemned Israel's move and the African Union and European Union urged respect for Somalia's territorial integrity.
- Somaliland declared independence in 1991 but remains unrecognised, and Somalia continues to claim the territory, complicating regional stability.
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Somaliland Denies It Will Host Palestinians, Israeli Base
The breakaway region of Somaliland on Thursday denied allegations by the Somali president that it would take resettled Palestinians or host an Israeli military base in exchange for Israel recognising its independence.
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Total News Sources26
Leaning Left6Leaning Right6Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Left, 43% Right
Bias Distribution
- 43% of the sources lean Left, 43% of the sources lean Right
43% Right
L 43%
14%
R 43%
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