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Egypt Sends Troops to Somalia Amid Israeli Tensions

1/16/2026

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Egypt deployed 10,000 troops to Somalia to counter perceived Israeli influence after Israel recognized Somaliland.
The move is part of Egypt's strategy to safeguard its interests in the Horn of Africa amid Nile water rights tensions with Ethiopia.
Somalia condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a violation of its sovereignty.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry emphasized Cairo's commitment to Somalia's unity and security.

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Story summary

Egypt deployed 10,000 troops to Somalia to counter perceived Israeli influence after Israel recognized Somaliland.
The move is part of Egypt's strategy to safeguard its interests in the Horn of Africa amid Nile water rights tensions with Ethiopia.
Somalia condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a violation of its sovereignty.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry emphasized Cairo's commitment to Somalia's unity and security.