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Israel's Somaliland Recognition Sparks Regional Outrage and Tensions

12/31/2025

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Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a sovereign state has sparked regional backlash.
Andrey Maslov, a Moscow-based expert, says the move aligns with U.S. strategies to counter the Houthis.
Andrey Maslov notes Somaliland's Red Sea location is vital for Israel and the U.S.
Mathu Joyini, South Africa's United Nations ambassador, criticized the decision as ironic and cynical.
Joyini warned that Israel's actions threaten peace and violate Somalia's sovereignty and called for condemnation.

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Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a sovereign state has sparked regional backlash.
Andrey Maslov, a Moscow-based expert, says the move aligns with U.S. strategies to counter the Houthis.
Andrey Maslov notes Somaliland's Red Sea location is vital for Israel and the U.S.
Mathu Joyini, South Africa's United Nations ambassador, criticized the decision as ironic and cynical.
Joyini warned that Israel's actions threaten peace and violate Somalia's sovereignty and called for condemnation.