The Russian government has officially reaffirmed its strong support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia (FRS), emphasizing that Somalia is a fully recognized state with internationally acknowledged borders.
The statement was made during an urgent meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) following remarks by Somali and Israeli diplomats, as well as other member states expressing their positions regarding Somalia’s sovereignty.
Russia clearly opposed any actions that undermine Somalia’s unity, territorial integrity, and nationhood, stressing that foreign interference in the country’s domestic affairs is unacceptable.
In addition, Russia aligned itself with other Security Council members in underscoring the inviolability of Somalia’s sovereignty and the obligation to respect international laws and principles that govern statehood.
Finally, Russia called on the international community to adopt a unified stance in safeguarding Somalia’s unity and independence.