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Somalia's President Vows to Confront Israeli Presence

2/8/2026

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Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the President of Somalia, vowed to confront any Israeli presence in Somaliland.
He condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland, saying it undermines Somalia's sovereignty and stability.
In an Al Jazeera interview, he called Israel's actions reckless and illegal under international law.
He warned that an Israeli base could destabilize the region and threaten neighboring countries.

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Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the President of Somalia, vowed to confront any Israeli presence in Somaliland.
He condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland, saying it undermines Somalia's sovereignty and stability.
In an Al Jazeera interview, he called Israel's actions reckless and illegal under international law.
He warned that an Israeli base could destabilize the region and threaten neighboring countries.