Israel appoints first ambassador to Somaliland
The decision comes months after Israel became the first country to recognise the territory, in a widely condemned move.

The decision comes months after Israel became the first country to recognise the territory, in a widely condemned move.




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Generations of refugees in Aden endure poverty, lack identity, and cling to fading memories of Somalia’s distant shores.
Minister of the presidency says exclusive rights offered to US are part of Somaliland’s push for global recognition.
Families in Somalia pushed to the brink amid severe hunger; urgent food aid needed to avert worsening conditions.

At the height of its power, ISIL held around a third of Syria and 40% of Iraq.

Heads of state are arriving in Addis Ababa for the 2026 African Union Summit, with a water-focused theme centred on clim
The MOU comes as Somalia seeks regional support against Israel’s recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland.

Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Israel’s Somaliland move, US pressure, security fears and Somalia’s political future.
Somalia’s stability is essential to securing global trade corridors and regional security.
Somali president promises to confront Israeli military presence amid reports of base plan in breakaway Somaliland.
Israel’s war on Gaza and actions beyond are reshaping global politics and threatening global stability, forum hears.