Somaliland

Somaliland is of strategic interest to the United States due to its location near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the main shipping lanes of the Red Sea

According to separate reports cited by CNN, Somaliland has also granted Israel access to an additional military facility that could serve as a logistical stop for aircraft operating on long routes

President Abdullahi says partnerships with the US, UAE, and Israel are among the biggest priorities for Somaliland, as some of these relationships are becoming more substantial

Abdullahi says the agreement “lays the foundation for a lasting strategic relationship, strengthening cooperation between the two countries”

Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi becomes first Somaliland head of state to visit Israel; hails moment as "a new chapter" in bilateral relations

Reports indicate a growing security cooperation between Israel and Somaliland in the Horn of Africa region, amid increasing international interest in strategic maritime corridors

The joint statement comes days after Somaliland's ambassador to Israel announced the embassy would open in Jerusalem, making it the eighth foreign mission in the Israeli capital

Israel to open its embassy in Hargeisa, as Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar welcomes the move and looks ahead to hosting the Somaliland president in the capital

Dr. Mohamed Hagi presents his letter of credence to President Herzog and meets Foreign Minister Sa'ar, deepening ties after Israel became the first country to recognize Somaliland in December

The Somali Foreign Ministry confirms that no decision has been issued to expel the UAE ambassador, and calls for reliance on official sources

Officials say cooperation could include intelligence operations and a possible base near the Red Sea

Dr. Mohamed Hagi officially recognized by Israel as Somaliland’s inaugural ambassador, marking a key step in diplomatic and economic cooperation

Two Israeli companies, VisiRight and Amore Capital, announced plans to enter Somaliland’s market following Israel’s recent recognition of the country.

Iran’s theocratic regime cut off the nation from the internet and international telephone calls on Thursday

“We agreed to work together to advance relations for the prosperity of both nations and to build a warm friendship not only between governments, but also between the people of Israel and Somaliland.”

Calling Israel a democratic and globally influential nation in an interview with i24NEW, Dahir Adam said Jerusalem’s decision to recognize Somaliland signals confidence in its stability and governance

The UN Security Council met Monday to discuss Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, prompting criticism from Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon, who called the session a “blatant double standard.”

“We possess all the attributes of a sovereign state,” Somaliland's FM Abdirahman said to i24NEWS. “We have our own currency, passport, national anthem, and armed forces."

“Israel will continue to cooperate with partners who contribute to regional stability,” said UN envoy Danny Danon, vowing that Israel "will not shy away from political discussions"

Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey and Jordan were among the signatories, yet not Syria neither the UAE

Israel on Friday became the first state to formally recognize the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state

Israel, Netanyahu said, plans to immediately expand its relations with the Republic of Somaliland through extensive cooperation in the fields of agriculture, health, technology, and economy.

The incident unfolded while the aircraft traversed airspace known to be frequented by Houthi rebels, heightening fears of potential sabotage

Both Taiwan and Somaliland are unrecognized states, seeking independence from China and Somalia respectively